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Demographic Analysis of West Bench: A Low Diversity Neighborhood with Subtle Racial Shifts
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The West Bench neighborhood in Boise City, Idaho, is characterized by Low Diversity, with a predominantly White population of 80% in 2022. The median income of $63,847 in 2022 indicates a middle-class community. West Bench features a mix of post-World War II homes and newer developments.
Throughout the decade, West Bench has maintained its status as a Low Diversity community, with the White population remaining above 75%. The Hispanic population has increased from 11% in 2013 to 16% in 2022. The White population has decreased slightly from 82% in 2013 to 80% in 2022. The "Two or More Races" category has grown from 2% in 2013 to 3% in 2022.
The median income in West Bench has increased from $57,609 in 2013 to $63,847 in 2022, representing an 11% increase over the decade. The gradual increase in Hispanic population coincides with the overall income growth. The neighborhood's population peaked in 2016 at 14,594 and has since decreased to 11,957 in 2022.
Boise has been one of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the United States in recent years. The slight population decrease in West Bench contrasts with this trend. Idaho is generally known for its low racial diversity, with a predominantly White population. The steady increase in median income in West Bench aligns with broader national trends of economic recovery and growth following the 2008 recession.
West Bench remains a Low Diversity community, but subtle demographic shifts and steady economic growth suggest a neighborhood in the early stages of transition. The growing Hispanic population and increasing median income indicate a slowly evolving community that may continue to diversify in the coming years, potentially impacting local culture, businesses, and community dynamics.
