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Demographic Analysis of Swope Park Campus: A Black Majority Neighborhood in Kansas City
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Swope Park Campus in Kansas City, Missouri, exhibits a demographic profile characterized by low diversity with a strong Black majority. As of 2022, the neighborhood has a population of 1,064 and a median income of $51,740. The neighborhood is home to the Kansas City Zoo.
Over the past decade, Swope Park Campus has maintained its status as a neighborhood with low diversity and a Black majority. The Black population has remained above 85% throughout the period, reaching 91% in 2022. The White population decreased from 8% in 2015 to 2% in 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 0% in 2015 to 4% in 2022. The Native American population rose from 0% to 2% in 2022. The Two or More Races category has remained relatively stable at around 2-3%.
The neighborhood has experienced significant economic changes over the past decade. Median income has increased from $25,420 in 2013 to $51,740 in 2022. There was a spike in median income to $68,970 in 2021, followed by a decrease in 2022. The population has declined from 1,565 in 2010 to 1,064 in 2022, a decrease of about 32%.
The demographic profile of Swope Park Campus contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity. While many urban areas in the U.S. are experiencing growing multiracial populations and declining single-race majorities, this neighborhood has maintained its strong Black majority.
The economic improvements in Swope Park Campus align with broader post-recession recovery trends seen across many U.S. cities. However, the sharp increase in median income, particularly the spike in 2021, is noteworthy and may be related to specific local factors or initiatives.
The population decline in Swope Park Campus goes against the trend of urban population growth seen in many U.S. cities over the past decade. This could be due to various factors such as housing policies, job market changes, or shifts in neighborhood desirability.
In conclusion, Swope Park Campus has maintained its status as a predominantly Black, low-diversity neighborhood, while experiencing significant economic improvements. The combination of rising incomes and decreasing population presents a case study in urban demographic and economic dynamics, potentially influenced by its unique features such as the presence of the Kansas City Zoo.
