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Northwest Hills Terrace: A Predominantly Black Neighborhood in Jackson, Mississippi
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Northwest Hills Terrace in Jackson, Mississippi, exhibits a demographic profile characterized by low diversity with a strong Black majority. As of 2022, the neighborhood has a population of 482, with 98% of residents identifying as Black. The community's racial composition has remained relatively stable over the past decade. The median income in 2022 was $47,792.
Throughout the 2013-2022 period, Northwest Hills Terrace has consistently maintained its status as a Black majority community, with the percentage of Black residents ranging from 97% to 100%. This stability in racial composition is notable, given the broader national trends towards increasing diversity in many urban areas. The neighborhood has remained in the low diversity classification due to the predominance of a single racial group.
In 2022, a slight shift occurred with the introduction of a 2% White population, marking the first notable presence of racial diversity in the available data. This minor change does not significantly alter the overall demographic landscape of the neighborhood.
The median income in Northwest Hills Terrace has fluctuated over the years, showing no clear trend. Notable points include a significant drop in 2015 to $35,222 from $46,138 in 2014, a recovery in 2016 to $46,402, and fluctuations between $39,270 and $47,792 from 2018 to 2022. These income variations do not appear to correlate strongly with the minimal demographic shifts.
Population trends show a general decline from 836 residents in 2013 to 482 in 2022, a decrease of approximately 42%. This substantial population loss could indicate broader challenges facing the neighborhood.
The persistent Black majority status of Northwest Hills Terrace is notable when compared to national trends. Many urban areas across the United States have experienced increasing diversity over the past decade. The stability of Northwest Hills Terrace's racial composition suggests it may be somewhat isolated from broader demographic shifts affecting other parts of the country.
The median income fluctuations generally keep the neighborhood within a middle-income bracket relative to national standards. However, the overall population decline is concerning and may reflect challenges specific to Jackson or this particular neighborhood.
Northwest Hills Terrace presents a case study of a stable, predominantly African American community that has maintained its demographic character over the past decade. While racial composition has remained nearly constant, the neighborhood faces challenges related to population loss and income instability. These trends suggest a need for targeted economic development and community retention strategies to ensure the long-term vitality of this distinct Jackson neighborhood.
