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Demographic Analysis of Dunedin, Florida: A White Majority City with Emerging Diversity
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Dunedin, Florida is classified as a "Low Diversity" city. As of 2022, the white population comprises 83% of the total, exceeding the 75% threshold for this classification. The city's median income in 2022 was $57,410, with a population of 46,944.
Over the past decade, Dunedin has maintained its "Low Diversity" status. However, subtle shifts indicate a slow trend towards increased diversity. The white population decreased from 89% in 2013 to 83% in 2022. The Asian population increased from 1% to 2%. The Black population rose from 1% to 5%. The Hispanic population increased slightly from 6% to 7%. The two or more races category grew from 1% to 3%.
The median income in Dunedin has shown overall growth, rising from $53,453 in 2013 to $57,410 in 2022, an increase of about 7.4%. This growth has not been consistent year-over-year. There was a significant increase in median income between 2019 and 2021, peaking at $63,875 in 2021 before declining in 2022. The population has grown from 45,242 in 2013 to 46,944 in 2022, an increase of about 3.8%.
Dunedin's slow shift towards greater diversity aligns with the broader national trend of increasing diversity in U.S. cities, although it appears to be occurring at a slower rate than in some other areas.
Based on observed trends, Dunedin is likely to continue slowly diversifying over the coming years. The white population percentage may approach 80% in the next 5-10 years. Continued growth in the Asian, Black, and multi-racial populations is expected. The Hispanic population may increase. It is improbable that Dunedin will transition out of the "Low Diversity" category in the immediate future. However, if the pace of diversification accelerates, the city could potentially move towards a "Moderate Diversity" classification in the long term, especially if the white population drops below 75% and other racial groups continue to grow.
Economically, if the trend of increasing median income continues, modest growth might be expected in the coming years. This economic growth, coupled with increasing diversity, could potentially make Dunedin more attractive to a wider range of residents, further accelerating the diversification process.
