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Demographic and Economic Analysis of Browndale: A Low Diversity Neighborhood with White Majority
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Browndale, a neighborhood in St. Louis Park, Minnesota, exhibits a Low Diversity demographic profile with a strong White Majority. As of 2022, the white population constitutes 91% of the neighborhood's residents. Economically, Browndale is an affluent area with a median income of $136,119 in 2022, above the national average. The neighborhood is characterized by tree-lined streets and well-maintained single-family homes, contributing to its reputation as a desirable suburban enclave.
Over the past decade, Browndale has consistently maintained its Low Diversity status. The neighborhood has remained a White Majority community throughout the observed period, with the white population never dropping below 89%. There are subtle signs of increasing diversity: the Hispanic population has increased from 3% in 2013 to 5% in 2022, the Asian population has emerged and stabilized at 1% since 2019, and the percentage of residents identifying as two or more races has generally increased from 0% in 2013 to 2% in 2022. Despite these small shifts, the neighborhood has not transitioned to a different diversity category, maintaining its Low Diversity classification throughout the decade.
Browndale has experienced significant economic growth over the past decade. The median income has risen from $107,197 in 2013 to $136,119 in 2022, an increase of approximately 27%. There was a notable jump in median income between 2017 and 2018, from $104,561 to $128,718. The population has grown from 1,409 in 2013 to 1,573 in 2022, an increase of about 11.6%. The economic growth appears to have reinforced the existing demographic structure rather than diversifying it.
Browndale's demographic trends differ from national trends towards increasing diversity. Many urban and suburban areas across the United States have experienced growing diversity over the past decade, particularly with increases in Hispanic and Asian populations. Browndale's resistance to this trend suggests it may be a particularly established and economically exclusive community.
The neighborhood's median income growth outpaces national averages, indicating that Browndale is becoming increasingly affluent relative to other areas. This economic trajectory aligns with patterns seen in other high-end suburban enclaves across the country, where property values and incomes continue to rise, often reinforcing existing demographic patterns.
Browndale presents a picture of a stable, affluent, predominantly white neighborhood that has experienced significant economic growth while maintaining its demographic composition. The subtle increases in minority populations suggest a very slow trend towards greater diversity, but the pace of change is slower than in many other American communities. The correlation between rising incomes and persistent low diversity raises questions about accessibility and inclusivity in such high-value suburban areas.
