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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Gaffney Lane, a neighborhood in Oregon City, Oregon, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority." As of 2022, 90% of the population identifies as white, with a median income of $89,308. This suburban area has experienced significant economic growth over the past decade, along with minor shifts in its demographic composition.
Throughout the period from 2013 to 2022, Gaffney Lane has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority." The white population percentage has slightly increased from 88% in 2013 to 90% in 2022. The Hispanic population has fluctuated, peaking at 9% in 2013, dropping to 1% in 2017-2020, and rising to 4% by 2022. The percentage of residents identifying as two or more races has increased from 1% in 2013 to 3% in 2022, indicating a gradual trend towards slightly increased diversity.
The neighborhood has experienced substantial economic growth over the past decade. Median income has risen from $60,037 in 2013 to $89,308 in 2022, representing a 48.8% increase. There was a notable spike in median income to $108,028 in 2021, followed by a decrease in 2022. The population has grown from 4,229 in 2013 to 5,399 in 2022, a 27.7% increase, suggesting the area has become increasingly attractive to new residents.
Gaffney Lane's demographic composition differs significantly from national averages. The United States as a whole has been trending towards increased diversity, with the white population decreasing to about 60% as of the 2020 census. In contrast, Gaffney Lane has maintained a much higher percentage of white residents.
The economic growth in Gaffney Lane outpaces national trends. The U.S. median household income grew by about 10% between 2013 and 2022 (adjusted for inflation), while Gaffney Lane saw a much more substantial increase of 48.8% in the same period.
These comparisons suggest that Gaffney Lane is experiencing more rapid economic growth than the national average while maintaining a more homogeneous racial composition. This could indicate that the neighborhood is attracting affluent residents who are predominantly white, potentially due to factors such as local amenities, school quality, or job opportunities in the area.