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Demographic Shifts and Racial Composition in East Ridge - Ptarmigan Park, Aurora, Colorado
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
East Ridge - Ptarmigan Park in Aurora, Colorado, is categorized as a neighborhood with Moderate Diversity as of 2022. The community has a White Plurality, with 59% of the population being white, 15% Black, and 12% Hispanic. Over the past decade, the neighborhood has transitioned from a predominantly white area to a more diverse community. The median income in the area has fluctuated, reaching $67,173 in 2022, a decrease from its peak of $86,552 in 2019.
The neighborhood has experienced significant demographic shifts. In 2013, the area was categorized as having a White Majority at 68%. This percentage has steadily decreased to 59% in 2022, changing the neighborhood's classification to Moderate Diversity. The Black population has grown considerably, increasing from 7% in 2013 to 15% in 2022, contributing to the area's increased diversity. The Hispanic population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 8-12% throughout the decade.
The Asian population in East Ridge - Ptarmigan Park has shown an interesting trend. It decreased from 14% in 2013 to a low of 2% in 2017, before gradually increasing again to 10% in 2022. These demographic changes have significantly altered the racial composition of the neighborhood over the past decade.
The economic trends in East Ridge - Ptarmigan Park show considerable volatility. The median income peaked at $86,552 in 2019 before experiencing a sharp decline to $70,383 in 2020, likely due to the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. The median income in 2022, at $67,173, is significantly lower than its peak, suggesting ongoing economic challenges in the community. The population of the neighborhood grew steadily from 2010 to 2016, reaching a peak of 6,366 in 2020, but has since declined to 5,839 in 2022. This recent decline coincides with the period of decreasing median income.
The demographic shifts observed in East Ridge - Ptarmigan Park align with broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas. The sharp increase in the Black population and the maintenance of a significant Hispanic presence reflect patterns seen in many growing suburban communities across the United States. The economic volatility, particularly the sharp decline in median income since 2019, is more pronounced than national averages. The recent population decline, coupled with decreasing median income, could indicate a trend of out-migration, possibly of higher-income residents.
East Ridge - Ptarmigan Park has transitioned from a predominantly white, economically stable neighborhood to a more diverse community facing economic challenges. These changes reflect broader national trends of suburban diversification but also highlight unique local dynamics that are reshaping the community's demographic and economic landscape.
