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Demographic Analysis of Linden Hills and Indian Heights: Transition to Black Plurality and Economic Growth
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Linden Hills and Indian Heights, a neighborhood in Kansas City, Missouri, has transitioned from a Majority-Minority community to a Black Plurality between 2013 and 2022. The Black population increased from 45% to 50%, while the White population decreased from 47% to 40%. The neighborhood has maintained Moderate Diversity throughout this period. The median income in the area rose from $46,341 in 2013 to $57,591 in 2022, indicating a 24% growth over nine years.
The Hispanic population in the neighborhood fluctuated, peaking at 9% in 2017 before declining to 2% by 2022. The Asian population remained consistently low, not exceeding 1% of the total population. The category of "Two or More Races" showed slight growth from 3% in 2014 to 5% in 2019-2020.
The population of Linden Hills and Indian Heights remained relatively stable, varying between approximately 2,300 and 2,600 residents throughout the decade. The highest median income was recorded in 2021 at $63,900, coinciding with a slight decrease in the Black population percentage to 47% and an increase in the White population to 40%.
The demographic shifts observed in Linden Hills and Indian Heights align with broader national trends of increasing diversity in urban areas. However, the transition to a Black Plurality contrasts with the more common trend of declining Black populations in many urban centers due to gentrification.
The economic growth in the neighborhood, while positive, appears more modest compared to national trends. The U.S. median household income increased by 36% from 2013 to 2021, while Linden Hills and Indian Heights experienced a 24% growth. This suggests that despite improvements, economic challenges may persist in the community.
The stability of Moderate Diversity in the neighborhood, despite demographic shifts, indicates a resilient multicultural community. The combination of gradual economic improvements and maintained diversity suggests that Linden Hills and Indian Heights may be effectively managing urban change while preserving its character as a diverse, historically significant neighborhood in Kansas City.
