Demographic Evolution of Pentagon Neighborhood: From Low to Moderate Diversity
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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The Pentagon neighborhood in Edina, Minnesota, exhibits characteristics of Moderate Diversity, with a White Majority of 63% in 2022 and significant representation from Asian (17%) and Hispanic (14%) populations. The median income as of 2022 is $64,456. The neighborhood is known for its pentagonal street layout.
Over the past decade, the Pentagon neighborhood has transformed in its racial composition. In 2013, it was a community with Low Diversity, having a strong White Majority (68%). By 2020, it had transitioned to Moderate Diversity status. The White population decreased to 56%, while Asian and Hispanic populations increased significantly.
The most significant shift occurred between 2019 and 2020, with the White population dropping from 68% to 56%, the Asian population increasing from 19% to 21%, and the Hispanic population rising from 4% to 14%. From 2020 to 2022, there was a slight reversal, with the White population increasing to 63% and Asian representation decreasing slightly, while the Hispanic population maintained its presence at 14%.
The median income in the Pentagon neighborhood has fluctuated over the years, generally trending upward. In 2013, the median income was $57,256, increasing to $64,456 by 2022, representing a 12.6% growth over the decade. A significant increase occurred from 2020 ($63,975) to 2021 ($73,083), coinciding with the period of greatest racial diversification. The subsequent decrease in 2022 to $64,456 might indicate a stabilization following this rapid change.
The population has remained relatively stable over the decade, fluctuating between about 2,000 to 2,200 residents. This stability in population size, combined with the changing racial demographics, suggests that the shifts are likely due to migration patterns rather than natural population growth.
The demographic shifts observed in the Pentagon neighborhood align with broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas. Many U.S. suburbs have experienced similar transitions from predominantly White communities to more diverse neighborhoods, particularly with growth in Asian and Hispanic populations.
The economic fluctuations, especially the sharp increase in median income from 2020 to 2021, may reflect broader economic trends related to the COVID-19 pandemic and its aftermath. Many higher-income professionals had the flexibility to relocate during this period, potentially contributing to the demographic and economic shifts observed in the neighborhood.
The Pentagon neighborhood in Edina has evolved from a Low Diversity, White Majority community to a Moderate Diversity area with a significant increase in Asian and Hispanic populations. This transition has been accompanied by overall economic growth, though with notable fluctuations. These changes reflect broader national trends of suburban diversification and economic shifts, particularly in the context of recent global events.
