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Demographic Analysis of Hillcrest Neighborhood: Trends in Racial Composition and Income
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Hillcrest neighborhood in Boise City, Idaho, is classified as a Low Diversity area with a predominant White population of 82% as of 2022. The median income for the area is $54,998. Hillcrest is characterized by mid-century modern architecture and tree-lined streets.
Over the past decade, Hillcrest has maintained its Low Diversity status, with the White population remaining above 75%. The White population has decreased from 89% in 2018 to 82% in 2022. The Hispanic population has increased from 3% in 2018 to 9% in 2022. The Asian population has increased from 1% in 2021 to 3% in 2022.
The median income in Hillcrest has fluctuated over the years. From 2013 to 2021, there was an increase in median income from $53,537 to $65,363, representing a 22% growth. In 2022, the median income declined to $54,998.
The economic shifts correlate with demographic changes. The period of income growth (2013-2021) coincided with stable racial composition. The income decline in 2022 aligns with the most significant increase in diversity, particularly in the Hispanic and Asian populations.
The trend of increasing diversity in Hillcrest aligns with broader national trends of growing diversity in urban and suburban areas. The income decline in 2022 may reflect broader economic challenges faced nationwide. The persistent Low Diversity status of Hillcrest contrasts with many urban areas that have seen more rapid diversification.
Hillcrest remains a predominantly White, Low Diversity neighborhood, but subtle shifts in its demographic makeup suggest a gradual move towards greater diversity. These changes, coupled with fluctuating economic indicators, point to a neighborhood in the early stages of transition. Future monitoring of these demographic and economic shifts will be important to understand their impact on the community.
