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Analysis of Far South Neighborhood, Lincoln: Persistent White Majority and Demographic Trends
CATEGORY
Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Far South neighborhood of Lincoln, Nebraska exhibits characteristics of Low Diversity, with a White Majority comprising 89% of the population as of 2022. The median income for the area is $76,523. The neighborhood has experienced population growth, increasing from 2,326 residents in 2010 to 2,739 in 2022.
From 2013 to 2022, the Far South neighborhood has maintained its status as a Low Diversity area with a strong White Majority. The percentage of white residents has remained between 89% and 93%. The Asian population has increased from 5% in 2013 to 7% in 2022. The Hispanic population peaked at 5% in 2016 but decreased to 1% by 2022. A small Black population (1%) and residents identifying as two or more races (1%) appeared by 2022.
The median income in the Far South neighborhood has fluctuated over the years. The highest median income was recorded in 2014 at $93,130. There has been a decline in median income from $90,427 in 2021 to $76,523 in 2022, a drop of about 15%. The overall trend shows a slight decrease in median income from 2013 ($87,955) to 2022 ($76,523).
The Far South neighborhood's persistent Low Diversity contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in many urban and suburban areas. The recent decline in median income might reflect broader economic challenges. The steady population growth in the neighborhood (about 17.8% increase from 2010 to 2022) suggests it remains an attractive area.
The Far South neighborhood of Lincoln has maintained its character as a predominantly white, affluent suburb. The area's continued population growth suggests it remains desirable, though the recent income decline may be a trend to watch in the coming years.
