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Demographic Analysis of Northwest Lima Woods: A Predominantly White Neighborhood 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
Northwest Lima Woods in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is classified as a Low Diversity neighborhood with a predominantly White population of 88% in 2022. The median income in the area has increased over the past decade, reaching $65,591 in 2022. This affluent suburban area is characterized by tree-lined streets and well-maintained homes, typical of many Midwestern upper-middle-class neighborhoods.
Throughout the observed period from 2013 to 2022, Northwest Lima Woods has maintained its Low Diversity classification, with the White population consistently above 75%. However, subtle shifts indicate a slow transition towards increased diversity. The White population decreased from 89% in 2013 to 88% in 2022, while the Hispanic population grew from 3% to 6% during the same period. The Asian population remained relatively stable between 1-3%, and the Two or More Races category increased from 1% in 2013 to 4% in 2022.
The neighborhood has experienced steady economic growth, with median income rising from $47,499 in 2013 to $65,591 in 2022, an increase of about 38% over nine years. This economic improvement correlates with the subtle demographic shifts. The increasing median income may be attracting a more diverse, yet still affluent, population to the area. The growth in Hispanic and multiracial populations coincides with the economic uplift, suggesting these groups are participating in the area's prosperity.
Northwest Lima Woods remains less diverse than many urban areas, but its slow diversification trend mirrors broader national patterns of increasing suburban diversity. The economic growth in this neighborhood outpaces the national average, which saw median household income rise from $52,250 in 2013 to $70,784 in 2021, an increase of about 35% over eight years.
The neighborhood's population has remained relatively stable, growing slightly from 819 in 2013 to 888 in 2022. This stability, combined with rising incomes, suggests a desirable living environment that is gradually becoming more accessible to a wider range of ethnic groups while maintaining its suburban character.
Northwest Lima Woods remains a predominantly White, affluent suburb, but shows early signs of transitioning towards greater diversity. This change, coupled with strong economic growth, positions the neighborhood as an emerging example of gradual suburban integration in the Midwest. The challenge moving forward will be to maintain this positive economic trajectory while fostering an inclusive community that welcomes increasing diversity.
