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Demographic Shifts and Racial Composition in Cardinal Hill-Pine Meadow Neighborhood
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Cardinal Hill-Pine Meadow neighborhood in Lexington-Fayette, Kentucky, exhibits a moderate diversity profile with a White plurality. As of 2022, the white population comprises 57%, with Black and Asian populations at 28% and 5% respectively. The neighborhood's population increased from 5,472 in 2010 to 7,728 in 2022. The median income rose from $18,142 in 2013 to $28,301 in 2022, indicating economic improvement.
Over the past decade, Cardinal Hill-Pine Meadow transitioned from a low diversity area with a white majority to a more diverse community. In 2013, the neighborhood was categorized as low diversity with a 63% white population. By 2022, it evolved into a moderate diversity area with a 57% white plurality. The Black population increased from 23% in 2013 to 28% in 2022, while the Asian population grew from 2% to 5%. The Hispanic population remained relatively stable between 5-8%, and the proportion of residents identifying as two or more races doubled from 2% to 4%.
The demographic shifts coincided with an upward trend in median income. From 2013 to 2022, the median income increased by approximately 56%. This economic improvement may have contributed to the area's increased diversity. However, the income growth was not entirely linear, with fluctuations observed including a peak of $29,388 in 2021 before a slight decrease in 2022.
The population growth from 5,472 in 2010 to 7,728 in 2022 suggests the neighborhood has become increasingly attractive to new residents. This may be due to improving economic conditions and increasing diversity.
The demographic shifts in Cardinal Hill-Pine Meadow align with broader national trends of increasing diversity in urban and suburban areas. Many U.S. cities have experienced growth in their minority populations, particularly in Black and Asian communities, over the past decade.
The economic improvement in the neighborhood, while significant, still leaves the median income below the national median household income, which was approximately $67,521 in 2020. This indicates that while the area is progressing, it still faces economic challenges compared to national averages.
The transition towards greater diversity in Cardinal Hill-Pine Meadow reflects a broader pattern of demographic change in many mid-sized American cities. Historically predominantly white neighborhoods are becoming more diverse. This shift can bring both opportunities and challenges, potentially leading to a richer cultural landscape but also requiring thoughtful community planning to ensure inclusive growth and avoid displacement of long-term residents.
