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Demographic Analysis of Golf Terrace Heights: A Predominantly White, High-Income Neighborhood
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Golf Terrace Heights in Edina, Minnesota, is a low diversity neighborhood with a white majority. As of 2022, the community is 93% white with a median income of $186,101. This neighborhood is among the most affluent in the state and is known for its proximity to golf courses and luxury homes in the Minneapolis-Saint Paul metropolitan region.
From 2013 to 2022, Golf Terrace Heights maintained its status as a low diversity neighborhood with a white majority. The white population remained above 90% with minor fluctuations. There are indications of a slowly emerging transitional community. The percentage of Hispanic residents and those identifying as two or more races increased from 0% in 2013 to 3% each in 2022, suggesting a gradual trend towards increased diversity.
The neighborhood's economic profile has remained high throughout the observed period. The median income has consistently been around $200,000, with slight fluctuations. There was a decrease to $187,432 in 2020, likely due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but it rebounded to $200,000 in 2021 before slightly decreasing to $186,101 in 2022. This economic stability correlates with the stable demographic composition, suggesting that the area's affluence may contribute to maintaining its low diversity.
Population trends show minor fluctuations, with a peak of 1,659 residents in 2017 and a low of 1,423 in 2020. The 2022 data shows a population of 1,527, indicating a recovery from the pandemic-era low. These population changes may reflect broader economic and social factors affecting high-income areas.
Golf Terrace Heights' demographic and economic profile contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity. The neighborhood has maintained its homogeneous character while many urban and suburban areas in the United States have experienced significant demographic shifts. The median income in Golf Terrace Heights is more than three times the national median household income, which was approximately $70,784 in 2021.
The neighborhood's resistance to diversification is notable, considering its location in the diverse Minneapolis-Saint Paul metropolitan area. This pattern of concentrated affluence and racial homogeneity in certain suburbs is becoming increasingly rare in major metropolitan areas.
The slight increase in Hispanic and multiracial residents could be the beginning of a broader trend towards diversification observed in many affluent suburbs across the country. However, the pace of change in Golf Terrace Heights is slower than national averages, potentially due to factors such as high property values, exclusive zoning practices, or limited housing turnover in established wealthy communities.
Golf Terrace Heights shows early signs of transitioning towards greater diversity, but remains predominantly affluent and racially homogeneous. The coming years will be crucial in determining whether this neighborhood will follow broader national trends towards increased diversity or maintain its distinct demographic and economic profile.
