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Demographic and Economic Analysis of College Square: A White Majority Neighborhood in Davenport, Iowa
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
College Square, a neighborhood in Davenport, Iowa, exhibits a White Majority demographic profile with a median income of $40,461 as of 2022. The neighborhood has maintained this racial composition throughout the analyzed period, with some fluctuations in diversity levels. College Square is located near St. Ambrose University, which likely influences its demographic makeup and economic characteristics.
From 2013 to 2022, College Square consistently maintained a White Majority status, with the white population ranging from 65% to 75% of the total. Between 2013 and 2017, the neighborhood experienced a slight decrease in the white population and an increase in black and Hispanic populations. From 2018 to 2022, there was a reversal of this trend, with the white population increasing back to 69-75%. In 2021-2022, a notable increase in the Hispanic population and those identifying as two or more races occurred.
The median income in College Square has shown an overall upward trend, rising from $26,739 in 2013 to $40,461 in 2022, an increase of about 51%. From 2013 to 2016, as diversity slightly increased, median income rose steadily. In 2017-2018, a slight dip in median income coincided with a peak in the black population percentage. From 2019 to 2022, as the white majority reasserted itself, median income continued to rise, reaching its highest levels.
Population trends show a fluctuation, peaking in 2014 at 5,879 and declining to 4,645 by 2022. This population decrease, despite rising median incomes, might indicate changing household compositions or shifts in housing preferences.
The demographic trends in College Square reflect broader national patterns of increasing diversity in urban areas, albeit at a slower pace. The neighborhood's proximity to a university likely contributes to its relatively stable white majority, as college towns often attract a significant white student population.
The economic growth in College Square outpaces the national average for the same period, which saw median household income rise by about 30% from 2013 to 2022. This suggests that College Square has experienced stronger economic gains than many other areas in the country.
The recent increase in Hispanic and multiracial populations aligns with national trends, where these groups are among the fastest-growing demographics. If this trend continues, College Square may transition from a White Majority to a more diverse community in the coming years, potentially bringing new economic and cultural dynamics to the area.
