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Demographic Evolution of Midtown Phillips: A Study of Racial Composition from 2013 to 2022
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Midtown Phillips, a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota, demonstrates characteristics of a Majority-Minority community with Moderate Diversity. As of 2022, the neighborhood has a population of 4,846 and a median income of $51,931. The neighborhood reflects diverse immigrant communities that have influenced its identity over time.
Over the past decade, Midtown Phillips has maintained its status as a Majority-Minority community. The composition within this category has undergone changes. In 2013, the neighborhood displayed High Diversity, with Hispanic (41%), Black (24%), and White (20%) populations representing significant portions. By 2017, there was a shift towards Moderate Diversity, with Black (38%) and Hispanic (28%) populations becoming the two largest groups, while the White population (29%) remained substantial. The most recent data from 2022 shows a continuation of Moderate Diversity, with Black (38%), Hispanic (29%), and White (27%) populations maintaining relatively balanced representation.
The median income in Midtown Phillips has shown fluctuations over the past decade. From 2013 to 2017, there was an increase in median income from $46,209 to $58,399, coinciding with the shift towards Moderate Diversity. From 2017 to 2022, the median income experienced a decline, settling at $51,931 in 2022. These economic trends correlate with the demographic shifts. The initial increase in median income coincided with a more balanced racial distribution. The subsequent decline might reflect challenges in maintaining economic growth in a changing urban environment.
Midtown Phillips' demographic evolution aligns with trends observed in many urban areas across the United States. The increase in diversity, particularly the growth of Black and Hispanic populations, mirrors national patterns of increasing racial and ethnic diversity in urban centers. The economic fluctuations seen in Midtown Phillips may reflect local economic factors specific to Minneapolis or the neighborhood itself.
The neighborhood's persistent Majority-Minority status, coupled with its evolving diversity, suggests a community that is continually adapting to demographic changes. This dynamism likely contributes to a diverse cultural environment but may also present challenges in terms of community cohesion and economic stability.
Midtown Phillips exemplifies the interplay between demographic diversity and economic trends in urban America. Its evolution over the past decade underscores the importance of understanding and addressing the needs of diverse, changing communities to ensure equitable development and social cohesion.
