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Weatherby Neighborhood in Detroit: A Study of Racial Demographics and Economic Trends
CATEGORY
Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Weatherby neighborhood in Detroit, Michigan, is predominantly Black with low diversity. As of 2022, the population is 1,466 with a median income of $26,041. The neighborhood has experienced significant fluctuations in median income over the past decade, indicating economic volatility that may influence demographic shifts.
From 2013 to 2022, Weatherby has maintained its status as a Black Majority community. The Black population decreased from 90% to 78%, while the White population increased from 3% to 8%. The Hispanic population rose from 3% to 4%, and those of two or more races increased from 0% to 4%. These changes suggest a gradual trend towards increased diversity, potentially indicating the early stages of a Transitional Community.
The median income in Weatherby has shown volatility. From 2013 to 2019, it remained relatively stable between $19,000 and $22,000. In 2020, it increased to $28,396, then spiked to $38,458 in 2021, before dropping to $26,041 in 2022. This economic fluctuation correlates with demographic changes, as the period of income growth coincided with an increase in racial diversity.
The population has generally declined from 2,605 in 2010 to 1,466 in 2022, with some fluctuations. This overall decrease might indicate outmigration, possibly related to economic challenges.
Detroit has been experiencing gentrification in some areas, which could explain the gradual increase in diversity and the temporary spike in median income in Weatherby. However, the neighborhood's persistent low income levels suggest it may be lagging behind city-wide economic recovery efforts. The racial composition changes, while notable, are less dramatic than those seen in rapidly gentrifying areas of other major cities.
The volatility in median income is particularly notable and may reflect broader economic uncertainties in Detroit, including the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent recovery efforts. The sharp rise and fall between 2020 and 2022 could be related to temporary economic relief measures followed by their expiration.
Weatherby remains a predominantly Black, low-diversity neighborhood, but subtle demographic shifts and significant economic volatility suggest a community in flux. These changes may be early indicators of broader transformations in Detroit's urban landscape, balancing between persistent challenges and emerging opportunities for diversification and economic growth.
