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Cedar Knolls: A Low Diversity, White Majority Neighborhood in Apple Valley, Minnesota
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Cedar Knolls, a neighborhood in Apple Valley, Minnesota, is characterized as a Low Diversity area with a White Majority. As of 2022, the white population constitutes 83% of the neighborhood. The median income is $142,105, indicating an affluent community. Cedar Knolls is known for its well-maintained parks and green spaces, contributing to its appeal as a suburban residential area.
Over the past decade, Cedar Knolls has maintained its status as a Low Diversity, White Majority community. In 2013, the white population was 90%, decreasing to 83% by 2022. Other racial groups, particularly Asian and Hispanic populations, showed slight increases. The percentage of residents identifying as two or more races increased from 2% in 2013 to 5% in 2022. Despite these changes, the neighborhood has not transitioned to a different diversity category, as the white population remains above 75%.
The median income in Cedar Knolls has fluctuated but generally remained high throughout the decade. In 2013, the median income was $139,166. It peaked in 2018 at $151,393. As of 2022, it stands at $142,105. These high income levels have likely contributed to maintaining the neighborhood's demographic stability, as property values and cost of living may limit accessibility for more diverse populations.
Population growth has been modest but steady, increasing from 4,046 in 2013 to 4,658 in 2022. This growth, coupled with consistently high incomes, suggests that the neighborhood remains attractive to affluent residents, primarily those from the majority white demographic.
Cedar Knolls has remained relatively homogeneous, while many urban and suburban areas across the United States have been experiencing increased diversity over the past decade. The neighborhood's resistance to this trend might be attributed to high property values and cost of living, limited housing turnover in established, affluent communities, and the suburban nature of Apple Valley, which may attract families seeking a specific lifestyle.
In comparison to national trends, Cedar Knolls appears to be changing at a slower pace. This could be due to its high median income, which is significantly above the national average, potentially limiting socioeconomic mobility and diversity. The subtle increases in Asian, Hispanic, and multi-racial populations align with broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas. If these trends continue, Cedar Knolls may eventually transition from Low Diversity to Moderate Diversity, but this would likely occur over an extended period given the current pace of change.
