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Demographic Analysis of Western 49-63: A White Majority Neighborhood with Emerging Diversity
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Western 49-63 is a neighborhood in Kansas City, Missouri, classified as a "White Majority" community with a median income of $68,630 as of 2022. The area has maintained its status as a predominantly white neighborhood over the past decade, with subtle shifts in its demographic composition. The neighborhood is located near the Country Club Plaza, an upscale shopping district.
Western 49-63 has consistently been categorized as "White Majority," with the white population comprising between 78% and 85% of residents over the past decade. The Hispanic population has increased from 1% in 2013 to 9% in 2022. The percentage of residents identifying as two or more races has risen from 0-1% in earlier years to 3-4% in recent years. The Black population has decreased from 8% in 2013 to 5% in 2022.
The neighborhood's median income has fluctuated over the years. It reached a peak of $90,286 in 2019 and subsequently declined to $68,630 in 2022. Despite income fluctuations, the population has grown steadily from 3,958 in 2010 to 4,736 in 2022.
The trend of increasing Hispanic population in Western 49-63 aligns with national demographic shifts. The neighborhood's median income, even after recent declines, remains above the national median, indicating it is still a relatively affluent area. The gradual increase in diversity, while maintaining a white majority, is a pattern observed in many suburban or traditionally homogeneous urban neighborhoods across the United States.
Western 49-63 is experiencing a gradual transition towards greater diversity, particularly with growth in Hispanic and multi-racial populations. While it remains a "White Majority" area with above-average income levels, recent economic fluctuations and demographic shifts suggest ongoing changes in the neighborhood's socio-economic fabric. These trends may lead to evolving community needs, changing local businesses, and potentially new cultural influences in the coming years.
