In 1963 to 2000 , data shows the movement of African Americans back to the South following de-industrialization in Northeastern and Midwestern cities , the growth of good jobs in the South , and better racial relations . In 1963-2000 , data show the movement of African Americans back to the South following de-industrialization in Northeastern and Midwestern cities , the growth of high-quality jobs in the South , and improving racial relations .