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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Fourth and Gill, a neighborhood in Knoxville, Tennessee, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The neighborhood has experienced significant economic growth, with median income increasing from $24,908 in 2017 to $58,488 in 2022. Fourth and Gill is known for its Victorian-era homes and community engagement.
From 2013 to 2022, Fourth and Gill maintained its status as a "White Majority" neighborhood. The white population decreased slightly from 80% in 2013 to 81% in 2022. The black population decreased from 13% in 2013 to 6% in 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 3% in 2013 to 10% in 2022, indicating a trend towards a more "Transitional Community" in terms of Hispanic representation.
The neighborhood has experienced substantial economic growth. Median income rose from $25,481 in 2013 to $58,488 in 2022, a 129% increase. The most significant increase occurred between 2019 and 2020, with income rising from $42,153 to $57,354.
The economic growth correlates with demographic shifts. The decrease in the black population coincides with rising median incomes, potentially indicating gentrification processes. The increase in the Hispanic population has occurred alongside economic growth, suggesting this group may be benefiting from or contributing to the neighborhood's economic uplift.
The trends in Fourth and Gill reflect some broader national patterns. The growth in Hispanic population aligns with national trends of increasing Hispanic representation in many urban areas. The significant increase in median income outpaces national averages, suggesting Fourth and Gill may be experiencing more rapid gentrification or economic development than many other urban neighborhoods. The maintenance of a strong white majority, despite some changes, is less common in many urban areas that have seen more dramatic shifts towards diversity over the past decade.
Fourth and Gill remains a "Low Diversity" neighborhood with a strong "White Majority," but shows signs of slow transition, particularly with growing Hispanic representation. The economic growth suggests a neighborhood undergoing significant change, potentially becoming a more affluent enclave within Knoxville. These changes may affect community dynamics, housing affordability, and local culture in the coming years.