Racially and economically identical families tend to migrate to specific locations by choice (Dill 2016). However, questions remain about differences in the standard of living between cities within similar financial brackets but different racial demographics. This project examines how the demographics of three Georgia cities (Riverdale, Atlanta and East Point) have changed over the last 18 years. Using qualitative data, this study analyzes the educational outcomes of Black youth when they are forced to migrate to a new area. Communities that experienced an increase in Black population in the past 20 years have high school graduation rates that are significantly higher than the Georgia average. However, the average household income for Black families is significantly lower than the overall Georgia household income. When Black people are displaced the effect can be compounded and quality of life can suffer.
