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Demographic and Economic Trends in Keewaydin, Boulder: A Predominantly White Neighborhood
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Keewaydin neighborhood in Boulder, Colorado, demonstrates a Low Diversity demographic profile with a White Majority of 90% as of 2022. The neighborhood has experienced economic growth over the past decade, with median income increasing from $54,868 in 2013 to $93,759 in 2022, a 70.9% rise. Keewaydin's proximity to the University of Colorado Boulder likely influences its demographic composition and economic characteristics.
Over the past decade, Keewaydin has maintained its status as a White Majority community. From 2013 to 2016, the neighborhood showed signs of moving towards Moderate Diversity. The White population decreased from 87% to 81%, while Hispanic and Asian populations increased slightly. Post-2016, this trend reversed, with the White population steadily increasing to 90% by 2021 and 2022, solidifying its Low Diversity status. The Hispanic population fluctuated, peaking at 9% in 2016-2017 before declining to 3% by 2022. The Asian population remained relatively stable, between 3-7% throughout the decade.
The neighborhood's economic trajectory has been positive. Median income has grown consistently, with a sharp increase between 2019 ($80,642) and 2020 ($94,121). The population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 495 and 626 residents over the decade. This suggests that income growth is not due to a large influx of new residents but rather to changing economic conditions for existing residents or selective in-migration of higher-income individuals. The trend towards increased income and decreased diversity might indicate a process of gentrification.
The median household income in Keewaydin ($93,759 in 2022) is higher than the national median ($70,784 in 2021), suggesting it is an affluent neighborhood. The extremely low representation of Black residents (0% throughout the decade) is notable. The neighborhood's proximity to a major university likely influences its demographic makeup, potentially attracting a more educated and higher-income population, which could explain the high median income and the predominance of White residents.
Keewaydin has evolved over the past decade from a neighborhood showing potential for increased diversity to one that has become more homogeneous in its racial composition while experiencing significant economic growth. This trend raises questions about affordability, inclusion, and the long-term social dynamics of the area, particularly in the context of a university town where diversity is often valued but economic pressures can lead to exclusionary housing patterns.
