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Demographic Analysis of Southwest Sequoyah: Low Diversity and Economic Fluctuations
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Southwest Sequoyah, a neighborhood in Fayetteville, Arkansas, exhibits a "Low Diversity" demographic profile with a white majority of 91% as of 2022. The area has experienced economic fluctuations over the past decade, with median income decreasing from $90,665 in 2014 to $53,716 in 2022. The neighborhood's proximity to the University of Arkansas likely influences its demographic and economic characteristics.
Southwest Sequoyah has maintained a "Low Diversity" categorization from 2013 to 2022. The white population has remained dominant, with percentages ranging from 83% to 92%. The black population increased from 3% in 2013 to 6% in 2019, then decreased to 0% in recent years. The Hispanic population grew from 3% in 2013 to 5% in 2022. The "two or more races" category increased from 1% to 3% over the decade. These shifts suggest a slow trend towards slightly increased diversity.
The neighborhood has experienced significant economic volatility. Median income peaked at $90,665 in 2014 but declined to $53,716 in 2022, a decrease of about 41%. This economic downturn coincides with population growth, from 1,672 residents in 2014 to 2,087 in 2022. The sharp decline in median income, particularly from 2018 to 2019, correlates with a period of increased racial diversity, albeit still within the "Low Diversity" category.
The neighborhood's persistent "Low Diversity" profile contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in many urban and suburban areas. The significant decline in median income may be more severe than national averages, potentially indicating local economic challenges or shifts in the neighborhood's demographic makeup. The slight increase in Hispanic and multiracial populations aligns with broader national demographic trends, though at a much slower pace than many other areas.
Southwest Sequoyah has maintained its status as a predominantly white, low-diversity neighborhood. Subtle demographic shifts and significant economic changes suggest a community in transition. The decrease in median income, coupled with population growth and slight increases in minority populations, may indicate changing dynamics in the local housing market, job opportunities, or community composition. These trends warrant further investigation into local economic factors, university influences, and potential future demographic shifts in this Fayetteville neighborhood.
