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Demographic and Economic Analysis of Old Farm District in Bend, Oregon: A Study of Racial Composition and Income Trends
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Old Farm District in Bend, Oregon, is classified as a Low Diversity neighborhood with a White Majority. In 2022, the white population constituted 81% of the total. The neighborhood has experienced consistent population growth over the past decade, reaching 10,950 residents in 2022. The median income in the area was $76,069 in 2022. The Old Farm District is characterized by a combination of established residential areas and newer developments.
From 2013 to 2022, the Old Farm District maintained its status as a Low Diversity neighborhood with a White Majority. The white population decreased from 86% in 2013 to 81% in 2022. The Hispanic population showed the most significant growth, increasing from 9% in 2013 to 12% in 2022, with a peak of 14% in 2021. Asian, Black, and multiracial populations showed slight increases, but each remained below 5% of the total.
The median income in the Old Farm District increased overall, rising from $70,986 in 2013 to $76,069 in 2022, with fluctuations. The highest median income was recorded in 2021 at $82,156. Despite the overall upward trend, there were years of decline, such as 2014 and 2017. The population increase from 8,492 in 2013 to 10,950 in 2022 generally corresponded with rising median incomes.
The population increase in the Old Farm District aligns with Bend's overall growth as a popular destination in Oregon. The slow diversification of the neighborhood, particularly the growth in the Hispanic population, reflects broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban and urban areas. The median income in the Old Farm District ($76,069 in 2022) is likely above the national average.
The Old Farm District remains a predominantly white, low-diversity neighborhood, but there are indications of gradual demographic shifts. The economic data shows overall growth, with some volatility, potentially influenced by and influencing these demographic changes. As Bend continues to attract new residents, the Old Farm District is likely to experience incremental increases in diversity and economic development in future years.
