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Demographic Analysis of Central Downtown Lexington-Fayette: A Low Diversity Neighborhood with Subtle Racial Shifts
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Central Downtown in Lexington-Fayette, Kentucky, exhibits a "Low Diversity" demographic profile, with a white majority comprising 76% of the population as of 2022. The neighborhood has a median income of $33,597, which is below the national average. This urban core area has seen a slight population increase over the past decade.
Over the past decade, Central Downtown has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" area. The white population percentage has decreased slightly from 78% in 2013 to 76% in 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 1% in 2013 to 4% in 2022, and the "two or more races" category grew from 1% to 4% over the same period. These changes suggest that while the neighborhood remains predominantly white, it is showing signs of becoming a "Transitional Community".
The median income in Central Downtown has shown moderate growth over the decade, rising from $30,090 in 2013 to $33,597 in 2022, an increase of about 11.7%. There was a significant drop in median income from $35,529 in 2019 to $32,319 in 2020. The population of the neighborhood has seen overall growth, from 6,097 in 2013 to 6,812 in 2022, an increase of about 11.7%.
The demographic trends in Central Downtown Lexington-Fayette differ from national urban trends. Many urban centers across the United States have experienced rapid diversification and significant increases in median income due to gentrification. However, Central Downtown has maintained its low diversity status while showing only modest income growth.
The slight increase in diversity, particularly the growth in Hispanic and multiracial populations, aligns with broader national trends of increasing diversity in urban areas. However, the pace of change is slower in this neighborhood compared to national averages.
The neighborhood's population has shown resilience, especially through the pandemic years. While many urban cores saw population declines as people sought more space during lockdowns, Central Downtown Lexington-Fayette managed to maintain and even slightly grow its population.
Central Downtown Lexington-Fayette remains a predominantly white, low-diversity area. Subtle shifts in its demographic makeup and steady population growth suggest a community in the early stages of transition. The modest income growth and population increase, despite economic challenges, indicate a neighborhood with potential for further development and diversification in the coming years.
