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Demographic Analysis of Century West Neighborhood: Low Diversity and Racial Composition
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Century West, a neighborhood in Bend, Oregon, is classified as a "Low Diversity" area with a predominantly white population (85% in 2022). The neighborhood has experienced steady population growth and significant income fluctuations over the past decade. Century West is located near outdoor recreational areas, including the Deschutes National Forest and numerous hiking trails.
From 2013 to 2022, Century West maintained its "Low Diversity" status. The white population decreased from 93% in 2013 to 85% in 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 3% in 2013 to 7% in 2022, with a peak of 9% in 2021. The population identifying as two or more races grew from 1% in 2013 to 4% in 2022. These changes suggest a gradual move towards increased diversity, potentially categorizing Century West as a "Transitional Community" in its early stages.
The median income in Century West fluctuated significantly between 2013 and 2022. It increased from $77,391 in 2013 to $81,619 in 2022, with the highest median income recorded in 2021 at $89,224. There were notable dips and spikes throughout the decade, such as $67,618 in 2014.
The economic changes correlate with demographic shifts in several ways. As the neighborhood slowly diversified, the overall trend in median income was positive, suggesting that incoming diverse populations may be relatively affluent. The peak in Hispanic population (9% in 2021) coincided with the highest median income, potentially indicating that this group includes high-earning professionals. The slight decrease in both diversity and income from 2021 to 2022 might suggest some outmigration of higher-earning diverse residents.
Bend has been experiencing rapid growth and gentrification over the past decade, which aligns with the income increases seen in Century West. The gradual diversification of Century West mirrors broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban and traditionally white areas. The high median income ($81,619 in 2022) suggests that Century West is likely an affluent area within Bend, potentially attracting high-earning professionals from various backgrounds.
Century West remains a "Low Diversity" area but shows early signs of transitioning towards greater diversity. This shift, coupled with generally rising incomes, suggests a changing neighborhood dynamic that may continue to evolve in the coming years. The area's desirability, likely influenced by its natural amenities and Bend's overall growth, appears to be attracting a slowly diversifying, affluent population.
