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Demographic Analysis of Allenview Neighborhood: Trends in Racial Composition from 2013 to 2022
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Allenview neighborhood in Ames, Iowa exhibited low diversity as of 2022. The population was predominantly white, comprising 77% of residents. The median income was $57,476. Allenview's proximity to Iowa State University likely influences its demographic and economic characteristics.
From 2013 to 2022, Allenview transitioned from extremely low diversity to low diversity, indicating increased racial heterogeneity. The white majority decreased from 84% in 2013 to 77% in 2022. Notable changes included an increase in the Asian population from 13% to 7%, the emergence of a 4% Hispanic population, and a significant rise in the "Two or More Races" category from 0% to 10%. These shifts suggest Allenview could be classified as a "Transitional Community."
The median income in Allenview fluctuated over the years, showing some correlation to demographic changes. There was a general upward trend from 2013 to 2019, peaking at $68,117 in 2018. A significant drop occurred in 2020 to $56,913, coinciding with an increase in racial diversity. Income levels remained volatile, with the 2022 figure of $57,476 lower than the 2013 starting point of $59,857.
The economic shifts may be influenced by changing demographics, potentially reflecting differences in socioeconomic status among new residents or economic pressures affecting the community.
The gradual diversification of Allenview aligns with broader national trends of increasing racial diversity in American communities. However, the neighborhood's pace of change appears slower than national averages, which show more rapid increases in minority populations across the country.
The economic volatility observed in Allenview, particularly the sharp drop in 2020, likely reflects the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. This economic shock was felt nationwide but may have had a more pronounced effect on university-adjacent communities like Allenview due to disruptions in higher education and student housing markets.
Allenview remains a predominantly white community with relatively low diversity, but shows clear signs of transitioning towards a more diverse demographic makeup. This shift, coupled with economic fluctuations, suggests a neighborhood in flux, potentially influenced by its proximity to Iowa State University and broader national trends in demographics and economics.
