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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Central Foothills, a neighborhood in Boise City, Idaho, exhibits characteristics of Low Diversity, with a predominantly white population (92% in 2022). The area has maintained this racial composition consistently over the past decade. Economically, the neighborhood is affluent, with a median income of $101,004 in 2022, significantly above the national average. Central Foothills is known for its scenic views and proximity to outdoor recreational areas.
Throughout the 2013-2022 period, Central Foothills has consistently fallen under the Low Diversity category, with the white population consistently exceeding 75% of the total. There have been minimal fluctuations in this demographic makeup, with the white population ranging from 86% to 95% over the years. The neighborhood has not transitioned between diversity categories during this time.
The Hispanic population showed a small increase from 1% in 2019 to 3% in 2022. The Asian population reached 2% by 2022. The population identifying as two or more races has fluctuated, peaking at 8% in 2017 but settling at 2% in 2022.
The median income in Central Foothills has experienced significant fluctuations over the past decade. From a high of $147,053 in 2015, it declined to $87,234 in 2018, before rebounding to $115,432 in 2021 and then settling at $101,004 in 2022. Despite these fluctuations, the neighborhood has consistently maintained an affluent status.
The population of the neighborhood has grown from 566 in 2013 to 772 in 2022, an increase of about 36%. This population growth, coupled with the maintained high income levels, suggests that the area remains attractive to affluent residents.
The demographic composition of Central Foothills stands in contrast to national trends towards increasing diversity. While the U.S. as a whole has been becoming more racially diverse, Central Foothills has maintained its predominantly white demographic.
Economically, the neighborhood's median income significantly exceeds the national median household income, which was approximately $70,784 in 2021. This suggests that Central Foothills remains an enclave of affluence within Boise and the broader national context.
The stability of the racial composition in Central Foothills, coupled with its high income levels, indicates that the neighborhood may face challenges in terms of accessibility and affordability for more diverse populations. This situation could potentially contribute to broader patterns of residential segregation and income inequality within the larger Boise metropolitan area.
Central Foothills has experienced some minor increases in diversity and fluctuations in median income over the past decade, but it has largely maintained its character as an affluent, predominantly white neighborhood. The area's ability to sustain high income levels and attract population growth suggests it remains a desirable location, though potentially inaccessible to more diverse demographic groups.