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Demographic Analysis of Helena's Southeast Neighborhood: White Majority and Racial Composition
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Southeast neighborhood of Helena, Montana, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a white racial majority of 90% in 2022. The neighborhood's population has grown steadily over the past decade, reaching 10,855 residents in 2022. The area has a median income of $83,817 as of 2022, indicating an affluent community. Helena's status as the capital city of Montana may contribute to its economic stability and growth.
Over the past decade, the Southeast neighborhood has maintained its "Low Diversity" status. The white population has decreased from 95% in 2013 to 90% in 2022. The Hispanic population has increased from 1% in 2013 to 3% in 2022. The "two or more races" category has grown from 2% in 2013 to 4% in 2022. These changes suggest a slow trend towards increased diversity, potentially categorizing the area as a "Transitional Community" at a gradual pace.
The median income in the Southeast neighborhood has fluctuated but shows an overall upward trend. In 2013, the median income was $83,701. It decreased to $75,736 in 2015. By 2021, it reached $90,363. In 2022, it slightly decreased to $83,817, remaining higher than the 2013 level. This economic stability may be attracting a more diverse population while also maintaining the area's predominantly white population.
The Southeast neighborhood's demographic composition is less diverse than the national average. In 2022, the U.S. Census Bureau reported that the white population in the United States was about 59%, lower than the 90% in this neighborhood. The median household income in the United States was about $70,784 in 2021, lower than this neighborhood's $90,363 in the same year. This indicates that the Southeast neighborhood of Helena is more affluent than the national average.
The slow increase in diversity, particularly in the Hispanic and multiracial categories, aligns with national trends of increasing diversity in many communities across the United States. While the Southeast neighborhood of Helena remains a "Low Diversity" community with a strong economic base, there are early indications of a gradual shift towards increased diversity. This trend, if it continues, could lead to more significant demographic changes in the coming years, potentially impacting local culture, services, and community dynamics.
