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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Southwest Village in Wichita, Kansas, is classified as a "White Majority" community with moderate diversity. As of 2022, the white population comprises 65% of the neighborhood, with Hispanic (17%) and Two or More Races (8%) populations representing significant minorities. The area has experienced economic growth, with median income increasing from $53,286 in 2013 to $63,792 in 2022. Southwest Village is characterized by its family-friendly atmosphere and proximity to Wichita's expanding southwest commercial district.
Over the past decade, Southwest Village has maintained its "White Majority" status while experiencing evolving diversity patterns. The white population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 63% and 67% from 2013 to 2022. The "Two or More Races" category has increased notably, rising from 2% in 2013 to 8% in 2022, indicating a trend towards a more mixed-race population. The Hispanic population has shown slight fluctuations, ranging from 15% to 21% over the years. The Asian and Black populations have remained relatively stable, each constituting between 3% and 8% of the population.
These trends suggest that Southwest Village is gradually moving towards a "Moderate Diversity" classification, with increasing representation from multiple racial groups. The neighborhood has experienced positive economic growth correlating with its demographic shifts. Median income has increased by approximately 19.7% from 2013 to 2022. This income growth has coincided with the increasing diversity, particularly the rise in multi-racial residents. The population has grown from 8,415 in 2013 to 9,326 in 2022, an 11% increase.
Southwest Village's trends align with broader national patterns of increasing diversity in suburban areas. The growth in the multi-racial population reflects the national trend of increasing interracial marriages and mixed-race families. The economic growth in Southwest Village outpaces the national average, which saw about a 13% increase in median household income over a similar period.
The neighborhood's ability to maintain a stable majority while increasing diversity and economic prosperity suggests a well-managed integration process. This balanced growth could be attributed to Wichita's overall economic development, particularly in its expanding southwest corridor, which may be attracting a diverse, skilled workforce to the area.
Southwest Village exemplifies a community in transition, moving from a predominantly white area to one of increasing diversity while experiencing economic growth. This trend, if continued, could lead to Southwest Village becoming a model for successful demographic integration coupled with economic prosperity in mid-sized American cities.