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Demographic Analysis of Moody Hills: A Low Diversity Neighborhood with Increasing Economic Prosperity
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Moody Hills, a neighborhood in Overland Park, Kansas, exhibits a "Low Diversity" demographic profile, with a white majority of 82% in 2022. The neighborhood has experienced economic growth over the past decade, with median income rising from $78,743 in 2013 to $103,626 in 2022, a 31.6% increase. This affluent suburb of Kansas City is known for its excellent schools and high quality of life.
Throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), Moody Hills has consistently maintained a "Low Diversity" classification, with the white population remaining the dominant racial group. The white population decreased from 86% in 2013 to 82% in 2022, indicating a slight trend towards increased diversity. The Hispanic population fluctuated, peaking at 16% in 2019 before declining to 4% in 2022. The population of two or more races increased from 4% in 2013 to 7% in 2022, suggesting a growing multiracial presence.
The neighborhood has experienced substantial economic growth, with median income increasing by 31.6% from 2013 to 2022. This growth correlates with the maintained "Low Diversity" status, suggesting that the area's economic prosperity may be attracting or retaining affluent residents, primarily from the majority white demographic. A significant jump in median income occurred between 2019 ($85,834) and 2020 ($103,629), a 20.7% increase in a single year. The population has remained relatively stable, with minor fluctuations, growing from 2,049 in 2013 to 2,433 in 2022.
Moody Hills' demographic profile and economic trends align with broader patterns observed in many affluent suburbs across the United States. The persistent "Low Diversity" classification, coupled with strong income growth, mirrors trends seen in other high-income suburban areas that often struggle to achieve significant racial diversification.
The neighborhood's economic growth outpaces the national average, with median household income in the U.S. growing by about 10% between 2013 and 2022 (adjusted for inflation), compared to Moody Hills' 31.6% increase. This substantial economic growth may be contributing to the area's resistance to more dramatic demographic shifts, as rising property values and living costs can create barriers to entry for more diverse populations.
While Moody Hills has seen a slight increase in its multiracial population, this trend is consistent with national patterns. The U.S. Census Bureau reported a significant increase in the multiracial population between 2010 and 2020, reflecting a broader societal shift towards greater racial complexity.
Moody Hills represents an example of an affluent, predominantly white suburban neighborhood that is experiencing gradual, incremental increases in diversity amidst strong economic growth. While changes are occurring, they are not yet substantial enough to significantly alter the neighborhood's overall demographic character or economic profile.
