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Demographic Analysis of Wonderland Hills: A Predominantly White Neighborhood in Boulder
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Wonderland Hills, a neighborhood in Boulder, Colorado, is classified as a Low Diversity community with a White Majority. As of 2022, the white population comprises 82% of residents, with a median income of $136,579. The neighborhood is known for its proximity to natural features such as the Flatirons and hiking trails.
Over the past decade, Wonderland Hills has maintained its status as a Low Diversity community with a White Majority. From 2013 to 2022, the white population decreased from 86% to 82%. The Hispanic population has fluctuated between 5% and 11%, reaching 11% in 2022. The Asian population grew from 3% in 2013 to 5% in 2020, but decreased to 3% in 2022. The category of "two or more races" increased from 1% in 2013 to 9% in 2018-2019, before settling at 3% in 2022.
The median income in Wonderland Hills has shown an overall upward trend. In 2013, it was $127,456, rising to $135,556 in 2017, $140,165 in 2021, and slightly decreasing to $136,579 in 2022. This represents an overall increase of approximately 7.2% from 2013 to 2022. The population has declined from 1,112 in 2013 to 999 in 2022, a decrease of about 10%.
Boulder and Colorado have experienced increasing diversity and rising housing costs over the past decade. Wonderland Hills appears to be changing at a slower rate than the broader region. The neighborhood maintains a more homogeneous demographic profile despite Boulder's efforts to promote inclusivity and diversity.
The median income of Wonderland Hills exceeds both the Colorado state median ($77,127 in 2021) and the national median ($69,717 in 2021), indicating its status as an affluent area within Boulder.
Wonderland Hills exhibits minor shifts towards increased diversity but remains a predominantly white, high-income area. The slow pace of demographic change and rising incomes suggest that socioeconomic factors may contribute to maintaining the neighborhood's current demographic composition. As Boulder addresses issues of affordability and inclusivity, neighborhoods like Wonderland Hills may face pressure to become more diverse and accessible to a broader range of residents.
