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Demographic Shifts and Racial Diversity in Andover Glen, Aurora
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Andover Glen, a neighborhood in Aurora, Colorado, exhibits moderate diversity with a white plurality of 54% as of 2022. The neighborhood has a median income of $95,019, indicating an affluent suburban community. The population has remained stable over the past decade, ranging from 500 to 550 residents.
Over the past decade, Andover Glen has transformed from a predominantly white community to one of increasing diversity. In 2013, the neighborhood had low diversity with a white majority of 66%. By 2022, it transitioned to moderate diversity with a white plurality. Notable changes include a decrease in the white population from 66% to 54%, an increase in the Asian population from 5% to 17%, fluctuations in the Black population, and a relatively stable Hispanic population.
The demographic shifts in Andover Glen have occurred alongside an upward trend in median income. The median income increased from $80,137 in 2013 to $95,019 in 2022, representing an 18.6% increase over the decade. This trend suggests that increasing diversity has coincided with growing prosperity.
There was a significant spike in median income to $106,414 in 2021, followed by a return to previous levels in 2022. The stable population figures, rising incomes, and increasing diversity suggest that Andover Glen has become an attractive destination for affluent, diverse families.
The trends observed in Andover Glen align with broader patterns of increasing diversity in American suburbs, particularly those near major metropolitan areas. The growth in Asian and Black populations reflects national trends of increasing suburban diversity, especially in areas with strong economic prospects.
The neighborhood's economic trajectory mirrors national trends of income growth in diverse, educated suburban communities. However, Andover Glen's median income remains significantly above the national median, indicating its status as an affluent enclave within the broader Aurora and Denver metropolitan area.
Andover Glen exemplifies a transition from a predominantly white, affluent suburb to a moderately diverse, economically thriving community. This evolution reflects broader national trends towards suburban diversification while maintaining economic stability and growth. The neighborhood's ability to attract a diverse, affluent population suggests a positive outlook for continued prosperity and integration in the coming years.
