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Demographic and Racial Analysis of Gardenside-Colony Neighborhood: White Majority with Increasing Diversity
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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 Gardenside-Colony neighborhood in Lexington-Fayette, Kentucky, is a White Majority community with moderate diversity. As of 2022, the white population constitutes 75% of the area, with Hispanic (7%) and Black (10%) minorities. The neighborhood has experienced demographic shifts and economic fluctuations over the past decade. Gardenside-Colony is known for its mix of mid-century modern homes and newer developments.
From 2013 to 2022, Gardenside-Colony maintained its status as a White Majority community, but with changes. The white population decreased from 72% in 2013 to 75% in 2022, with fluctuations in between. The Black population increased from 3% in 2013 to 10% in 2022. The Hispanic community grew from 7% in 2013 to 7% in 2022, with some fluctuations. The Asian population remained relatively stable at 5-6% throughout the decade.
The median income in Gardenside-Colony has shown volatility over the past decade. From 2013 to 2014, median income rose from $80,097 to $82,843. A decline occurred from 2015 to 2018, with median income dropping from $75,291 to $59,557. From 2019 to 2022, the neighborhood experienced a rebound, with median income rising from $63,979 to $87,123, surpassing previous highs.
The economic trends correlate with demographic shifts. The period of income decline coincided with increased diversity, particularly the growth of the Black population. The subsequent economic recovery aligns with a stabilization of demographic proportions.
The demographic changes in Gardenside-Colony reflect broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas. The growth in Black and Hispanic populations mirrors patterns seen in many mid-sized American cities, where traditionally white suburbs are becoming more diverse.
The economic volatility experienced by the neighborhood is more pronounced than national averages. This could indicate local factors at play, such as changes in the job market, housing policies, or targeted development initiatives in Lexington-Fayette.
The current median income of $87,123 is higher than the national median household income. This economic status, combined with its increasing diversity, positions the neighborhood as an example of integration of various racial and economic groups in a suburban setting.
Gardenside-Colony presents a picture of a neighborhood in transition, balancing its White Majority status with increasing diversity and economic resilience. These changes reflect broader national trends while also highlighting the unique characteristics of this Lexington-Fayette community.
