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Demographic Analysis of Eastwood Hills West: A Black Majority Neighborhood in Kansas City
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Eastwood Hills West, a neighborhood in Kansas City, Missouri, is classified as a "Black Majority" community. As of 2022, the Black population comprises 72% of the neighborhood. The area has experienced fluctuations in population and median income over the past decade. In 2022, the population was 2,137 with a median income of $44,992. The estimated housing stock is approximately 819 units.
Over the past decade, Eastwood Hills West has maintained its status as a "Black Majority" neighborhood. The Black population has remained above 60% throughout this period, reaching a peak of 76% in 2021. The White population has declined from 27% in 2014 to 17% in 2022. The "Two or More Races" category has increased from 1% in 2013 to 9% in 2022. The Hispanic population has remained between 1-5% over the decade.
The economic trajectory of Eastwood Hills West has been volatile. Median income peaked in 2022 at $44,992, recovering from a low of $32,017 in 2021. There was steady income growth from 2015 to 2019, followed by a decline in 2020 and 2021. Population figures have fluctuated, with a general downward trend from 2,881 in 2010 to 2,137 in 2022, though with some recovery in recent years.
The correlation between demographic and economic trends is complex. The period of income growth (2015-2019) coincided with a slight increase in the Black majority and a decrease in the White population. The recent income recovery in 2022 occurred alongside a slight decrease in the Black population and an increase in multi-racial residents.
The persistence of a strong Black majority in Eastwood Hills West contrasts with many urban neighborhoods across the U.S. that have experienced gentrification and demographic shifts away from minority majorities. The recent increase in multi-racial residents aligns with national trends. The neighborhood's median income remains below the national median household income, indicating persistent economic challenges despite recent improvements. The population decline over the decade goes against the trend of urban population growth seen in many U.S. cities during this period.
Eastwood Hills West presents a picture of a stable Black-majority community that is gradually becoming more diverse, particularly through an increase in multi-racial residents. While facing economic challenges, the neighborhood has shown resilience and recent signs of economic recovery. These trends suggest a community in transition, balancing the preservation of its core demographic character with adaptation to broader societal changes and economic pressures.
