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Demographic Evolution of Medical District, Englewood: From White Majority to Increasing Diversity (2013-2022)
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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 Medical District neighborhood of Englewood, Colorado, is a predominantly White Majority community with moderate income levels. As of 2022, the neighborhood exhibits Low Diversity, with the white population comprising 78% of residents. The median income of $41,551 in 2022 indicates a working to middle-class economic profile. The neighborhood's name suggests a concentration of healthcare facilities, potentially influencing its demographic and economic characteristics.
Over the past decade, the Medical District has maintained its status as a White Majority area, but with changes. In 2013, the neighborhood exhibited extremely Low Diversity, with 90% of the population being white. By 2022, this percentage decreased to 78%, indicating a gradual shift towards increased diversity, though still within the Low Diversity category.
The Hispanic population has shown the most significant growth, increasing from 5% in 2013 to 10% in 2022. This change, along with increases in other minority groups, suggests the neighborhood is slowly transitioning towards Moderate Diversity. The black population has grown from 1% in 2013 to 5% in 2022, while the Asian population has remained relatively stable at around 1%. The category of "two or more races" has increased from 2% to 4% over the decade.
The median income in the Medical District has shown significant growth over the past decade. Starting from $31,242 in 2013, it rose to $41,551 in 2022, representing a 33% increase. This upward trend in income correlates with the gradual increase in diversity. The population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between about 2,500 and 3,000 residents throughout the decade.
The trends observed in the Medical District align with broader patterns seen in many urban areas across the United States. The gradual increase in diversity, particularly in Hispanic and multiracial populations, reflects national demographic shifts. The substantial increase in median income over the decade aligns with general economic recovery and growth trends following the 2008 recession, though local factors related to the medical industry likely play a significant role.
The neighborhood's transition from extreme Low Diversity to increased representation of minority groups mirrors trends in many previously homogeneous communities across the country. However, the persistence of a strong White Majority suggests that this neighborhood may be changing more slowly than some other urban areas that have seen more rapid demographic shifts.
The Medical District of Englewood is experiencing a gradual demographic transition, moving slowly from Low Diversity towards Moderate Diversity, while simultaneously seeing significant economic growth. These changes likely reflect both local factors, such as the influence of the medical industry, and broader national demographic and economic trends.
