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Demographic Analysis of West Slope, Beaverton: A Predominantly White Neighborhood
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
West Slope, a neighborhood in Beaverton, Oregon, is classified as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The median income is $98,679, indicating an affluent suburban community. The neighborhood is notable for its proximity to the Oregon Zoo and Washington Park.
Over the past decade, West Slope has maintained its "Low Diversity" status with a "White Majority." The white population decreased slightly from 84% in 2013 to 79% in 2022. This minor shift suggests a slow trend towards increased diversity. The Hispanic population increased from 5% in 2013 to 7% in 2022. The Asian population remained stable at around 4%, while the Black population increased from 1% to 3%.
The median income in West Slope has fluctuated over the past decade, with an overall upward trend. It rose from $87,328 in 2013 to $111,496 in 2021 before settling at $98,679 in 2022. This increase in median income correlates with the slight increase in diversity, suggesting the neighborhood may be attracting more affluent minorities.
The population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 7,000 and 8,000 residents. The stability in population, combined with rising incomes, indicates that West Slope has maintained its desirability as a residential area while potentially becoming more exclusive due to increasing property values.
The demographic trends in West Slope align with broader national patterns of slow increases in diversity in suburban areas. However, the pace of change in West Slope appears to be slower than national averages. The high median income of West Slope ($98,679 in 2022) is significantly above the national median household income (approximately $70,784 in 2021), positioning it as an upper-middle-class to affluent suburb.
West Slope shows signs of gradual diversification but remains a predominantly white, affluent neighborhood. The slow pace of demographic change, coupled with rising incomes, suggests that shifts towards increased diversity are likely to be gradual and potentially limited by economic factors. Future monitoring will be necessary to determine if these trends accelerate or if the neighborhood maintains its current demographic and economic profile.
