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Demographic Analysis of Southern Hills: A Predominantly White Neighborhood in Lincoln, Nebraska
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Southern Hills, a neighborhood in Lincoln, Nebraska, exhibits a demographic profile characterized by Low Diversity with a White Majority. As of 2022, the neighborhood's population is 3,713, with a median income of $99,349. This affluent suburban area is known for its parks and proximity to highly-rated schools.
Over the past decade, Southern Hills has maintained its status as a Low Diversity neighborhood with a White Majority. The percentage of white residents has remained above 90% throughout the period, with minor fluctuations. The Hispanic population has increased slightly from 1% in 2013 to 3% in 2022. The Asian population has remained stable at 2-4%. The Black population has increased from 0% in 2013 to 1% in 2022. The percentage of residents identifying as two or more races has grown from 0% to 2%. These changes suggest a slow trend towards increased diversity.
The median income in Southern Hills has fluctuated over the decade but has generally remained high. There was an increase from $97,184 in 2013 to $113,348 in 2021, followed by a decrease to $99,349 in 2022. The community experienced a dip in median income between 2015 and 2017, dropping from $98,987 to $88,868. Despite these fluctuations, the overall trend shows a modest increase in median income over the decade.
The population of Southern Hills has remained relatively stable, with a slight decline from 4,242 in 2013 to 3,713 in 2022. This minor population decrease, coupled with the generally increasing median income, suggests a trend towards higher-income households potentially replacing lower-income ones.
The demographic composition of Southern Hills contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity. While the U.S. as a whole has been moving towards a more diverse population, Southern Hills has maintained its Low Diversity status.
The neighborhood's high median income ($99,349 in 2022) significantly exceeds the national median household income, which was approximately $70,784 in 2021. This indicates that Southern Hills remains an enclave of affluence within Lincoln and relative to the broader U.S.
The subtle increases in Hispanic, Asian, and multiracial populations, though small, align with broader national demographic shifts. However, the pace of change in Southern Hills is much slower than in many other urban and suburban areas across the country.
Southern Hills shows early signs of transitioning towards greater diversity, but remains a predominantly white, affluent neighborhood. The economic stability and high median income may be factors in the slower pace of demographic change compared to national trends. As the community continues to evolve, it will be interesting to observe whether these subtle shifts accelerate, potentially leading to a more diverse community in the future.
