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Demographic Analysis of Columbine Neighborhood: White Majority and Racial Composition Trends
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Columbine neighborhood in Arvada, Colorado, is classified as a "White Majority" community with low diversity as of 2022. The neighborhood's population has grown steadily over the past decade, reaching 1,522 residents in 2022. The area's median income is $66,771, indicating a middle-class suburban environment. Columbine is located near the Rocky Mountains, providing residents with access to outdoor recreational activities.
Throughout the period from 2013 to 2022, Columbine has maintained its status as a "White Majority" community. The white population has remained dominant, comprising between 70% and 79% of the total population. The Hispanic community, while remaining the second-largest group, has shown a gradual decline from 23% in 2013 to 17% in 2022. The Asian population has increased slightly from 1% in 2013 to 4% in 2022. The category of Two or More Races has grown from 2% in 2013 to 3% in 2022, with a peak of 5% in 2020-2021.
The median income in Columbine has fluctuated over the years. From 2013 to 2018, it showed modest growth from $54,618 to $58,749. In 2019, there was a significant increase to $74,842, representing a 27% rise from the previous year. From 2020 to 2022, the median income declined and stabilized around $66,000-$70,000.
Population growth in Columbine has been steady, increasing from 834 in 2010 to 1,522 in 2022, nearly doubling over the decade. This growth may be attributed to the area's economic stability and its appeal as a predominantly white, middle-class suburb.
Columbine's demographic composition and trends are consistent with many suburban areas in the United States that have historically been predominantly white but are slowly diversifying. The gradual increase in Asian and mixed-race populations, along with a slight decrease in the Hispanic population, may reflect broader national trends of Asian immigration and increasing interracial marriages.
The economic fluctuations in Columbine, particularly the significant income increase in 2019 followed by a slight decline, may reflect broader economic trends such as the strong pre-pandemic economy followed by the economic challenges of the COVID-19 era.
In conclusion, Columbine remains a "White Majority" community with relatively low diversity. Subtle demographic shifts and economic fluctuations suggest a slowly evolving neighborhood. The stability of its racial composition, combined with overall population growth and income improvements, indicates that Columbine continues to be an attractive suburb for its current demographic makeup while showing small signs of increasing diversity.
