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Demographic Analysis of Middleton, Wisconsin: A Predominantly White City with Emerging Diversity
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Middleton, Wisconsin, is a predominantly White majority community with low diversity. As of 2022, the white population comprises 82% of the city's residents, with a median income of $98,945. The city's population has grown from 26,381 in 2010 to 32,772 in 2022.
Over the past decade, Middleton has maintained its status as a White majority community, with slight shifts towards increased diversity. The white population percentage has decreased from 84% in 2013 to 82% in 2022. The Asian population has increased from 4% in 2013 to 6% in 2022, while the Hispanic population has grown from 5% to 7% during this period.
Middleton's median income has increased from $89,988 in 2013 to $98,945 in 2022, representing a 10% increase over the decade. The city's population has grown by about 24% in the same period. The peak median income was reached in 2018 at $102,959, with a slight decline thereafter.
Middleton's demographic changes align with national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas. The pace of change in Middleton appears slower than in many similar-sized cities across the U.S. The high median income and steady population growth suggest that Middleton remains an economically attractive city.
Based on observed trends, Middleton is likely to continue its slow transition towards greater diversity over the next decade. The white population percentage may drop below 80% within the next 5-10 years. Asian and Hispanic populations may reach 8-10% each by 2030. The "Two or More Races" category may increase. Median income may stabilize or show slower growth as the community becomes more diverse.
The city may transition from Low Diversity to Moderate Diversity within the next 10-15 years if current trends continue or accelerate. These changes may require adjustments in local services, education, and community programs to meet the needs of a more diverse population while maintaining economic prosperity.
