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Demographic Shifts and Racial Diversity in Bow & Arrow Acres, Flagstaff
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Bow & Arrow Acres, a neighborhood in Flagstaff, Arizona, presents a demographic landscape categorized as a "Moderate Diversity" community. As of 2022, the neighborhood exhibits a mix of racial groups, with White (45%) and Native American (28%) populations forming significant portions, alongside Hispanic (15%) and Black (8%) communities. The area's median income stands at $41,488 in 2022. Bow & Arrow Acres is located near the Lowell Observatory, a renowned astronomical research facility.
Over the past decade, Bow & Arrow Acres has transitioned from a "White Majority" community to one of "Moderate Diversity." In 2013, the neighborhood was categorized as having a "White Majority" with 59% of the population. By 2022, this percentage had decreased to 45%. The Native American population increased from 21% in 2013 to 28% in 2022. The Hispanic community grew from 14% in 2013 to 15% in 2022, with a peak of 27% in 2018.
The median income in Bow & Arrow Acres has shown an overall upward trend, rising from $33,351 in 2013 to $41,488 in 2022, representing a 24% increase. This growth has not been steady, with notable fluctuations. The peak median income was recorded in 2021 at $44,779, followed by a slight decrease in 2022.
The population of Bow & Arrow Acres has fluctuated over the decade, dropping from 1,514 in 2010 to a low of 906 in 2019, before rebounding to 1,648 in 2022. This recent population growth coincides with the shift towards greater diversity.
The demographic shifts in Bow & Arrow Acres align with broader national trends of increasing diversity in urban and suburban areas. The growth in the Hispanic and Native American populations reflects similar patterns seen in many Western U.S. states.
The median income growth in Bow & Arrow Acres appears to be slower than the national average. The national median household income grew by about 30% between 2010 and 2020, compared to the 24% growth seen in this neighborhood over a similar period.
Bow & Arrow Acres has evolved from a predominantly White community to one of moderate diversity over the past decade. This shift has been accompanied by overall economic growth, albeit with some fluctuations. The neighborhood's proximity to the Lowell Observatory may continue to influence its demographic and economic trajectory in the coming years.
