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Lauderdale Manors: A Predominantly African American Neighborhood with Emerging Racial Diversity
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Lauderdale Manors, a neighborhood in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, exhibits a demographic profile characterized as "Low Diversity" with a "Black Majority." As of 2022, the African American population constitutes 83% of the neighborhood. The area has experienced economic fluctuations over the past decade, with a median income of $45,675 in 2022, representing an increase from previous years but a decline from 2021. Lauderdale Manors has historically been an important part of Fort Lauderdale's Black community.
Throughout the period from 2013 to 2022, Lauderdale Manors has maintained its status as a "Black Majority" neighborhood. The percentage of Black residents has decreased slightly from 91% in 2013 to 83% in 2022. The Hispanic population has increased modestly from 5% in 2013 to 7% in 2022. The percentage of residents identifying as two or more races has risen from 0% in 2013 to 6% in 2022. These changes suggest a gradual trend towards increased diversity, although the neighborhood remains within the "Low Diversity" category.
The economic landscape of Lauderdale Manors has undergone significant changes over the past decade. Median income has increased from $29,340 in 2013 to $45,675 in 2022, representing a 55.7% increase over nine years. Despite an overall upward trend, there have been fluctuations, with a peak of $52,068 in 2021 before a decline in 2022. The neighborhood's population has grown from 7,948 in 2013 to 9,173 in 2022, a 15.4% increase.
The gradual diversification of Lauderdale Manors aligns with broader national trends of increasing racial and ethnic diversity in urban areas. However, the neighborhood's rate of diversification appears slower than national averages, maintaining its character as a historically Black community. The income growth in Lauderdale Manors outpaces the national average income growth rate over a similar period, suggesting more rapid economic improvement in this neighborhood compared to many other areas in the country.
Despite positive economic trends, the median income in Lauderdale Manors ($45,675 in 2022) remains below the national median household income (approximately $70,784 in 2021), indicating persistent economic challenges in this community. The economic improvements correlate with the slight increase in diversity, possibly indicating that economic growth has attracted a more diverse population to the area.
In conclusion, Lauderdale Manors remains a "Black Majority" neighborhood with "Low Diversity." Subtle demographic shifts and significant economic improvements over the past decade suggest a community in slow transition. These changes may bring both opportunities and challenges as the neighborhood evolves while maintaining its strong African American identity.
