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Demographic and Racial Analysis of Brightwater Crossing: A Study in Neighborhood Evolution
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Brightwater Crossing in Fort Collins, Colorado, is classified as a Low Diversity neighborhood with a White Majority based on 2022 data, which shows 86% of the population identifying as white. The median income in 2022 was $68,606, lower than in previous years, indicating a recent economic change. The neighborhood has experienced significant population growth over the past decade, increasing from 408 residents in 2010 to 1,055 in 2022.
From 2013 to 2022, Brightwater Crossing has maintained its status as a White Majority community. Between 2013 and 2017, the neighborhood showed potential for Moderate Diversity, with the Hispanic population reaching 17% in 2013 and maintaining a significant presence of 12-14% through 2017. From 2018 to 2022, a trend towards Low Diversity emerged, with the white population increasing from 79% in 2018 to 86% in 2022, while other racial groups experienced decreases in representation.
The median income in Brightwater Crossing has fluctuated. From 2013 to 2019, it remained relatively stable, ranging from $90,262 to $97,839. In 2020 and 2021, there was a sharp increase to $132,893 and $135,287, respectively. In 2022, there was a dramatic decrease to $68,606, less than half of the previous year's figure.
These economic shifts correlate with demographic changes. The period of relative income stability from 2013 to 2019 coincided with higher racial diversity. The income spike in 2020-2021 occurred alongside an increase in the white population percentage. The significant income drop in 2022 happened as racial diversity further decreased.
The population growth in Brightwater Crossing, a 159% increase from 2010 to 2022, is likely higher than typical national or regional averages, suggesting it is a rapidly developing area. The median income, even at its 2022 low of $68,606, is close to the national median household income, which was around $70,784 in 2021, indicating that despite recent decreases, the neighborhood remains economically stable relative to national averages. The trend towards lower diversity contrasts with the national trend of increasing diversity in many urban and suburban areas, making Brightwater Crossing somewhat unique in this aspect.
Brightwater Crossing has evolved from a potentially moderately diverse community to a more homogeneous, predominantly white neighborhood over the past decade. This shift has been accompanied by significant population growth and dramatic income fluctuations, particularly in recent years. These trends suggest a changing socio-economic landscape that may be influencing local life, potentially affecting housing markets, local businesses, and community dynamics.
