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Demographic Shifts in Brentwood-Darlington: White Majority with Increasing Diversity
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Brentwood-Darlington, a neighborhood in Portland, Oregon, is characterized as a White Majority community with moderate diversity. As of 2022, the white population comprises 66% of residents, with Asian (14%) and Hispanic (12%) populations representing significant minorities. The neighborhood has undergone demographic and economic changes over the past decade, reflecting broader urban trends of increasing diversity and gentrification. Brentwood-Darlington features a mix of residential and light industrial areas, with a growing reputation for affordable housing options in Portland's real estate market.
From 2013 to 2022, Brentwood-Darlington maintained its status as a White Majority community, but with a gradual trend towards increased diversity. The white population decreased from 72% in 2013 to 66% in 2022, while Asian and Hispanic populations grew. This shift indicates a slow transition towards a more diverse community composition.
The neighborhood has transitioned from Low Diversity in 2013 to Moderate Diversity by 2022. The increase in Asian residents (from 11% to 14%) and the consistent Hispanic population (around 12-14%) have contributed to this change. The community shows signs of becoming a Transitional Community, with growing representation from various racial groups.
The demographic shifts correlate with economic changes. The median income increased from $53,829 in 2013 to $67,349 in 2022, a 25% increase. This growth suggests gentrification pressures, potentially driving the demographic changes observed. The rising incomes may be attracting a more diverse, upwardly mobile population to the area.
The population has remained relatively stable (15,283 in 2013 to 15,537 in 2022), indicating that the neighborhood is experiencing more of an in-place demographic transition rather than significant population growth or displacement.
Brentwood-Darlington's changes mirror broader trends in Portland and other major U.S. cities. Portland has experienced increased diversity and gentrification pressures in many neighborhoods. The city has seen a similar decrease in its white population percentage and increases in Asian and Hispanic populations over the past decade.
The income growth in Brentwood-Darlington (25% over 9 years) outpaces the national average, which saw about a 15% increase in median household income over a similar period. This above-average growth suggests that the neighborhood is becoming increasingly attractive to higher-income residents, potentially due to its relative affordability compared to other parts of Portland.
The stability in population size, coupled with increasing diversity and rising incomes, indicates that Brentwood-Darlington is undergoing a nuanced form of neighborhood change. Rather than wholesale displacement, the area appears to be experiencing a gradual shift in its demographic and economic makeup, balancing between maintaining its existing community and attracting new residents. This pattern of change presents opportunities for increased diversity and challenges in maintaining affordability for long-term residents.
