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Demographic and Racial Composition Trends in Porter Ridge, Lincoln
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Porter Ridge, a neighborhood in Lincoln, Nebraska, exhibits a demographic profile characterized by low diversity with a white majority of 81% in 2022. The area has experienced population growth over the past decade, reaching 6,979 residents in 2022. Porter Ridge has a high median income of $91,892 in 2022, which is above the national average. The neighborhood is known for its parks and proximity to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
Over the past decade, Porter Ridge has undergone a transition in its racial composition. In 2013, the area had low diversity with 91% of the population identifying as white. By 2018, the community shifted towards moderate diversity, with the white population decreasing to 76% and increases in Asian (10%), Hispanic (6%), and Black (4%) populations. As of 2022, the neighborhood has reverted slightly towards low diversity, with the white population at 81%, but maintains a more diverse profile than a decade ago.
The demographic shifts in Porter Ridge correlate with fluctuations in median income. From 2013 to 2018, as diversity increased, median income remained relatively stable, ranging from $87,452 to $87,076. A significant income increase occurred in 2020 and 2021, reaching $103,539, coinciding with a slight increase in the Asian population (10%) and stability in other minority groups. The slight reversal in diversity in 2022 corresponded with a decrease in median income to $91,892, though still higher than pre-2020 levels.
These trends suggest that increased diversity, particularly growth in the Asian population, may have contributed to economic growth in the area. The recent decrease in diversity and income might indicate a stabilization or potential shift in local economic dynamics.
Porter Ridge's demographic evolution reflects broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas, albeit at a slower pace. The neighborhood's high median income and predominant white majority are characteristic of many affluent suburbs across the Midwest. The recent increase in diversity, particularly the growth of the Asian population, aligns with national trends of Asian Americans moving to suburban areas for educational and professional opportunities.
The economic resilience of Porter Ridge, even during periods of increased diversity, stands out compared to national averages. Porter Ridge has maintained and improved its economic status, suggesting a well-managed integration of new residents into the local economy.
Porter Ridge represents a transitional community that has experienced modest increases in diversity while maintaining economic strength. The neighborhood's ability to attract diverse, high-income residents while preserving its community character could serve as a model for other suburbs. The recent slight reversal in diversity trends could signal either a temporary fluctuation or the beginning of a new demographic pattern in this affluent Lincoln neighborhood.
