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Demographic Analysis of Glenwood Heights: A Low Diversity Neighborhood with White Majority
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Glenwood Heights, a neighborhood in West Lafayette, Indiana, is characterized as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority." As of 2022, 90% of the population identifies as white, with minimal representation from other racial groups. The neighborhood's median income has fluctuated over the past decade, peaking at $100,677 in 2021 before decreasing to $81,578 in 2022. Glenwood Heights is located near Purdue University, which likely influences its demographic composition and economic characteristics.
Throughout the period from 2013 to 2022, Glenwood Heights has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority." The white population has consistently remained above 85%, increasing slightly from 85% in 2013 to 90% in 2022. This trend indicates a solidification of the existing demographic makeup rather than a transition towards greater diversity.
The Asian population, although small, has shown the most significant change among minority groups. It decreased from 13% in 2013 to 5% in 2022, suggesting a potential shift in the neighborhood's attractiveness or accessibility to this demographic. The Hispanic population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 1% and 3% over the decade. Other racial groups, including Black, Native American, and Pacific Islander, have maintained minimal representation, rarely exceeding 1% of the population.
The median income in Glenwood Heights has demonstrated considerable volatility over the analyzed period. From 2013 to 2020, it remained relatively stable, ranging from $64,820 to $81,993. However, 2021 saw a significant increase to $100,677, followed by a return to previous levels in 2022 at $81,578. These income fluctuations do not appear to correlate strongly with demographic shifts. The neighborhood's racial composition remained relatively stable despite these economic changes, suggesting that income variations may be more influenced by external factors such as local economic conditions or changes in the job market, possibly related to Purdue University.
The population of Glenwood Heights has fluctuated over the years, reaching a peak of 1,040 in 2012 and declining to 807 in 2022. This population decrease, coupled with the maintained white majority, suggests that the neighborhood may be experiencing some form of selective out-migration, potentially related to housing costs or changes in the local job market.
The demographic trends in Glenwood Heights contrast with many national trends towards increasing diversity. While many urban areas across the United States have seen growing minority populations and increased racial diversity, Glenwood Heights has maintained its low diversity status. The neighborhood's proximity to Purdue University likely plays a significant role in its demographic and economic characteristics. University towns often have unique population dynamics, with transient student populations and a high proportion of educated professionals, which could explain some of the income volatility and the maintained white majority.
The decrease in the Asian population, from 13% to 5% over the decade, is noteworthy given that many university towns have seen increases in Asian student and faculty populations. This trend may warrant further investigation into changes in university policies, international student enrollment, or local housing market dynamics.
In conclusion, while Glenwood Heights has experienced economic fluctuations, its racial composition has remained largely stable over the past decade, maintaining its status as a low diversity, white majority community. This stability in the face of national trends towards increasing diversity suggests that local factors, possibly related to its university town status, play a significant role in shaping the neighborhood's demographic landscape.
