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Demographic Analysis of Warm Springs Mesa: A Predominantly White Neighborhood in Boise, Idaho
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Warm Springs Mesa, a neighborhood in Boise City, Idaho, exhibits Low Diversity with a strong White Majority. As of 2022, the neighborhood's population is 1,157, with a median income of $118,863. The neighborhood is known for its views of the Boise foothills and proximity to hiking trails.
Over the past decade, Warm Springs Mesa has maintained its status as a Low Diversity neighborhood with a White Majority. The white population has remained above 85% throughout the period, reaching 92% in 2022. The Asian population decreased from 5% in 2013 to 1% in 2022. The Hispanic population fluctuated between 2% and 6%, peaking at 6% in 2020-2021. The population identifying as Two or More Races increased from 0% in 2013 to 4% in 2022.
The median income in Warm Springs Mesa has fluctuated but remained high. It reached a peak of $139,285 in 2016 and declined to $118,863 in 2022, still significantly above national averages. The population grew from 725 in 2010 to 1,157 in 2022, a 59.6% increase. This growth and high median incomes suggest the neighborhood remains attractive to affluent residents, primarily from the majority white demographic.
Warm Springs Mesa has remained relatively homogeneous while many urban areas across the United States have experienced increasing diversity. This resistance to change could be attributed to high property values and income requirements, the neighborhood's appeal to outdoor enthusiasts, and Idaho's overall less diverse demographics.
The slight increase in residents identifying as two or more races aligns with national trends, where multiracial populations are growing faster than single-race populations. However, the scale of this change in Warm Springs Mesa is much smaller compared to national averages.
In conclusion, while Warm Springs Mesa has seen minor shifts towards increased diversity, it remains a predominantly white, affluent neighborhood. The stability in its demographic and economic profile suggests a community that has largely maintained its character over the past decade, resisting broader national trends towards increased diversity in urban areas.
