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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Mitchell Park West in Tempe, Arizona, is classified as a "White Majority" neighborhood with moderate diversity as of 2022. The white population comprises 65% of the community, with Hispanic residents at 13% and those identifying as two or more races at 18%. The neighborhood's median income increased from $32,884 in 2013 to $69,705 in 2022. Mitchell Park West's proximity to Arizona State University likely influences its demographic composition and economic dynamics.
Over the past decade, Mitchell Park West has undergone significant changes in its racial composition. In 2013, the neighborhood was categorized as "Low Diversity" with a white population of 77%. By 2017, it had transitioned to a "Majority-Minority" community, with the white population decreasing to 43% and increases in Hispanic (29%) and Black (14%) populations. From 2018 to 2022, the neighborhood shifted back towards a "White Majority" status, but with higher diversity than a decade earlier. This period is characterized as a "Transitional Community," with fluctuations in various racial groups and an increase in residents identifying as two or more races from 4% in 2018 to 18% in 2022.
The demographic shifts in Mitchell Park West correlate with changes in median income. As the neighborhood transitioned from low diversity to higher diversity (2013-2017), the median income grew from $32,884 to $41,711. Between 2019 and 2021, the median income increased from $46,764 to $75,497, coinciding with a shift back towards a white majority but with increased representation of Asian and multiracial residents. This economic growth may be attributed to an influx of higher-income residents, possibly related to developments at Arizona State University or in the Tempe tech industry.
The demographic evolution of Mitchell Park West reflects broader national trends of increasing diversity in urban areas, particularly in university towns. The rapid increase in median income outpaces national averages, suggesting localized economic factors at play. The neighborhood's transition through various diversity categories over a short period indicates a dynamic local economy and housing market. The increase in residents identifying as two or more races from 0% in 2013 to 18% in 2022 aligns with national trends but occurs at a faster rate, possibly influenced by the young, diverse student population associated with Arizona State University.
Mitchell Park West exemplifies a community in flux, navigating rapid demographic and economic changes. These shifts likely affect community cohesion, local businesses, and housing affordability. The neighborhood's proximity to a major university appears to be a significant factor in its evolution, making it a case study in urban demographic and economic change.