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Shephardwood Neighborhood: Demographic Transition and Racial Diversity Analysis
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Shephardwood, a neighborhood in Nashville, Tennessee, exhibits a demographic profile categorized as "Moderate Diversity" as of 2022. The neighborhood has a population of 806 with a median income of $49,621. Shephardwood has undergone demographic changes over the past decade, transitioning from a predominantly Black community to one with a more balanced racial composition.
In 2013, Shephardwood was classified as having a "Black Majority," with 65% of the population identifying as Black. This racial composition remained relatively stable until 2019. From 2020 onwards, a significant shift occurred. The percentage of Black residents decreased from 65% in 2019 to 43% in 2022, while the White population increased from 27% to 33%. The "Two or More Races" category increased from 4% to 22%.
By 2022, no single racial group constituted a majority. The community features three significant racial groups: Black (43%), White (33%), and Two or More Races (22%). This shift could be attributed to factors such as gentrification, changing housing policies, or broader demographic trends in the Nashville metropolitan area.
The demographic shifts correlate with changes in median income. From 2013 to 2017, the median income decreased from $46,326 to $34,188, coinciding with the period of Black majority. From 2018 to 2022, as the neighborhood became more diverse, the median income increased significantly, reaching $49,621 in 2022. The population peaked at 1,544 in 2018 and has since decreased to 806 in 2022.
The demographic changes in Shephardwood reflect broader trends seen in many urban areas across the United States. Many cities are experiencing a shift towards greater racial diversity, often driven by migration patterns and changing social dynamics. The increase in median income alongside demographic changes is a pattern often associated with gentrification in urban neighborhoods. Despite population fluctuations, the neighborhood's median income has shown overall growth, suggesting economic resilience or the influx of higher-income residents.
Shephardwood has transformed from a predominantly Black community with lower median income to a more racially diverse neighborhood with improved economic indicators. This transition aligns with broader urban trends of increasing diversity and economic development. This change may raise questions about displacement and community change that merit further investigation.
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