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Demographic Analysis of Bluffwood: A Study of Racial Composition and Economic Trends
CATEGORY
Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Bluffwood, a neighborhood in Iowa City, Iowa, is characterized by low diversity with a white majority. The white population decreased from 93% in 2013 to 83% in 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 0% to 6% during the same period. An "Other" racial category emerged in 2020, stabilizing at 7% of the population. These changes suggest a gradual trend towards increased diversity.
The median income in Bluffwood has fluctuated but remained generally high. It increased from $92,585 in 2013 to $104,057 in 2019. A significant drop occurred in 2020 and 2021 to $58,842 and $56,924 respectively. In 2022, the median income rebounded to $104,297. The neighborhood's population grew from 1,086 in 2013 to 1,666 in 2022, with a notable increase between 2019 and 2020.
The gradual increase in diversity in Bluffwood aligns with national trends of increasing diversity in many U.S. communities. The median income in Bluffwood ($104,297 in 2022) is significantly higher than the national median household income of approximately $70,784 in 2021. The neighborhood's economy demonstrates resilience, as evidenced by the quick rebound in median income post-pandemic.
Bluffwood remains a predominantly white, affluent neighborhood, but shows signs of gradual diversification. The economic stability and growing population indicate its continued attractiveness to residents, potentially drawing in a more diverse population over time. The neighborhood's ability to maintain high median incomes, even rebounding quickly from the pandemic-related downturn, suggests a strong local economy that may continue to attract new residents and potentially further increase its diversity in the coming years.
