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Demographic Analysis of Norton Neighborhood: Low Diversity with White Majority
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Norton neighborhood in Topeka, Kansas is classified as a "Low Diversity" community as of 2022, with a white majority comprising 81% of the population. The neighborhood has experienced demographic and economic changes over the past decade while maintaining a relatively stable population of approximately 1,000 residents.
From 2013 to 2022, Norton has consistently been categorized as "Low Diversity," with the white population representing over 75% of residents. The white population percentage reached its lowest point of 74% in 2016 and 2019. The Hispanic population grew from 8% in 2013 to a peak of 14% in 2019, before declining to 9% in 2022. The Black population remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 3-7% throughout the decade. The "Two or More Races" category peaked at 7% in 2015 and settled at 6% in 2022.
The median income in Norton has shown volatility over the reported period. It increased from $52,985 in 2013 to a peak of $68,052 in 2021, representing a 28.4% increase. There was a notable decrease to $47,424 in 2016, coinciding with the period of slightly increased racial diversity. The most recent data for 2022 shows a median income of $61,682, which represents a 16.4% increase from 2013.
Economic fluctuations appear to have some correlation with the demographic shifts. The period of lowest median income in 2016 coincided with the highest Hispanic population percentage and lowest white population percentage. The recent trend towards higher median income aligns with a slight reversal in diversity trends.
The trend of increasing median income in Norton aligns with broader national trends of economic recovery and growth following the 2008 recession. The slight increase in diversity mid-decade, followed by a return to a more homogeneous population, may reflect broader patterns of urban migration and subsequent suburban shifts seen in many American cities. The stability of the overall population size suggests that Norton has maintained its appeal as a residential area, despite demographic and economic fluctuations.
Norton has remained a predominantly white, low-diversity neighborhood over the past decade, experiencing subtle demographic shifts and more pronounced economic changes. These trends reflect the dynamic nature of urban neighborhoods and the complex interplay between racial composition and economic factors. The neighborhood's ability to maintain a stable population despite these changes suggests a resilient community fabric, adapting to evolving socio-economic conditions while retaining its core character.
