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Perkerson Neighborhood: Demographic and Racial Trends 2013-2022
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Perkerson neighborhood in Atlanta, Georgia, is classified as a "Black Majority" community as of 2022, with a median income of $31,162. Over the past decade, the neighborhood has experienced demographic shifts, moving towards increased diversity while maintaining a predominantly Black population. Perkerson includes Perkerson Park, a 50-acre green space that functions as a community hub.
From 2013 to 2022, Perkerson has maintained its status as a "Black Majority" neighborhood. The Black population decreased from 76% in 2013 to 64% in 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 4% in 2013 to 18% in 2022. The White population remained between 13-18% throughout the decade. These changes suggest a transition towards a more diverse community composition.
The median income in Perkerson has increased from $25,843 in 2013 to $31,162 in 2022, a 20.6% increase. This economic improvement correlates with the demographic shifts. There were fluctuations in income, with a notable decrease to $24,085 in 2016 before a steady increase thereafter. The population has grown from 3,627 in 2013 to 4,006 in 2022, indicating the neighborhood's increasing attractiveness.
Perkerson's demographic shifts align with broader trends observed in many urban areas across the United States. The increase in Hispanic population mirrors national trends of growing Hispanic communities in urban areas. The maintenance of a Black majority, although decreasing, is characteristic of many historically Black neighborhoods in Atlanta and other major cities experiencing gentrification and demographic changes. The modest but steady increase in median income suggests a gradual economic improvement, though it remains below the national median income.
Perkerson exemplifies a "Transitional Community" within the context of a persistent "Black Majority." The neighborhood is experiencing a gradual increase in diversity, particularly with the growth of its Hispanic population, while simultaneously seeing modest economic improvements. These changes reflect broader urban demographic shifts and the interplay between racial composition and economic development in American cities.
