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Demographic Shifts and Racial Composition in Enatai Neighborhood, Beaux Arts Village
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Beaux Arts Village in Washington, specifically the Enatai neighborhood, demonstrates a distinct demographic profile as of 2022. The community is classified as having "Moderate Diversity," with a white population of 52% and an Asian population of 40%. The neighborhood is affluent, with a median income of $199,594 in 2022, ranking it among the wealthiest communities in the United States. Beaux Arts Village is known for its strict zoning laws aimed at preserving its character and high property values.
The Enatai neighborhood has undergone a significant transformation in its racial composition over the past decade. In 2013, it was categorized as "Low Diversity" with a "White Majority" (86%). By 2022, it had transitioned to "Moderate Diversity" with a more balanced representation between White (52%) and Asian (40%) populations. This shift represents a "Transitional Community" status, with the Asian population increasing from 12% in 2013 to 40% in 2022.
The Hispanic population has remained relatively small but showed some growth, reaching 7% in 2021 before declining to 1% in 2022. The community has consistently had minimal representation from Black, Native American, and Pacific Islander populations.
The median income in Enatai has increased from $182,235 in 2013 to $199,594 in 2022, representing a 9.5% increase over a decade. This suggests a continued influx of high-income residents, potentially correlating with the increasing Asian population. The population has fluctuated but generally increased from 1,140 in 2013 to 1,174 in 2022, indicating a stable but growing community.
The demographic shift in Enatai reflects broader trends seen in many affluent suburbs of major tech centers across the United States. Similar patterns have been observed in areas like Silicon Valley and parts of the San Francisco Bay Area, where growing Asian populations have coincided with booming tech industries and rising property values.
The median income in Enatai exceeds the national average, which was around $70,784 in 2021. This affluence, combined with its increasing diversity, distinguishes Enatai from many other American communities. The rapid increase in the Asian population, while the overall population remained relatively stable, suggests a potential displacement of some previous residents.
Enatai has transformed from a predominantly white, affluent enclave to a more diverse, but still wealthy community over the past decade. This shift reflects broader national trends of increasing diversity in affluent suburbs, particularly those associated with tech industry growth. The economic stability and growth alongside these demographic changes indicate a community that is evolving while maintaining its status as a highly desirable residential area.
