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Demographic and Racial Composition of Downtown Minot, North Dakota: A Study of White Majority and Emerging 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
Downtown Minot, North Dakota, is characterized as a predominantly White Majority community with moderate economic stability. As of 2022, the neighborhood's racial composition is categorized as Low Diversity, with 79% of the population identifying as white. The median income of $58,348 in 2022 indicates a middle-class economic profile. Downtown Minot has experienced fluctuations in its demographic makeup over the past decade, suggesting subtle shifts in its community composition.
From 2013 to 2022, Downtown Minot has maintained its status as a White Majority area. The white population decreased from 84% in 2013 to 79% in 2022, indicating a gradual diversification. The Hispanic population increased from 3% in 2013 to 10% in 2022, suggesting a potential Transitional Community status for this demographic. The Black population fluctuated, peaking at 8% in 2019 before settling at 4% in 2022. The Asian and Native American populations remained relatively stable, each consistently representing 1-3% of the population.
The neighborhood's economic profile has shown fluctuations. Median income rose from $46,052 in 2013 to a peak of $66,555 in 2015, an increase of over 44% in two years. After 2015, incomes generally declined, with some fluctuations, settling at $58,348 in 2022. Despite the overall decline from the 2015 peak, the 2022 median income represents a 27% increase from 2013 levels.
These economic changes coincide with the gradual diversification of the community. The initial income surge might have attracted more diverse populations, while the subsequent stabilization at a higher level than 2013 could be supporting the retention of this increased diversity.
The trends in Downtown Minot reflect broader national patterns of increasing diversity in many urban areas. The growth of the Hispanic population aligns with national demographic shifts seen in many parts of the United States over the past decade.
The economic trajectory of Downtown Minot, with its rapid rise and subsequent moderation, may reflect broader economic trends experienced in many small to mid-sized American cities. The initial surge could be related to local economic factors, possibly tied to industries specific to North Dakota.
Downtown Minot remains a White Majority, Low Diversity area, but shows signs of gradual transition. The increasing Hispanic population and subtle shifts in other racial demographics, coupled with economic fluctuations, suggest a community in the early stages of change. These trends may continue to reshape the neighborhood's character in the coming years, potentially moving it towards greater diversity and a more dynamic socio-economic landscape.
