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Demographic Shifts in Parklawn: From Moderate Diversity to White Majority
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The neighborhood of Parklawn in Edina, Minnesota, exhibits a demographic profile categorized as "White Majority" as of 2022. The white population constitutes 61% of the neighborhood, with a median income of $78,209. Parklawn demonstrates a gradual shift in demographic composition over the past decade within an affluent suburban setting.
Over the past decade, Parklawn has experienced a notable transition in its racial composition. In 2013, the neighborhood was categorized as "Moderate Diversity," with white (49%) and Asian (31%) populations being significantly represented. By 2022, the community had shifted to a "White Majority" status, maintaining a substantial Asian presence (22%) and an increasing Hispanic population (12%).
The most significant change occurred between 2017 and 2022. In 2017, the neighborhood briefly reached "High Diversity" status, with Asian residents comprising 40% of the population, whites at 48%, and other groups making up the remainder. This peak in diversity was followed by a gradual increase in the white population percentage and a decrease in the Asian population share, leading to the current "White Majority" status.
The demographic shifts in Parklawn have been accompanied by fluctuations in median income. From 2013 to 2022, the median income increased from $70,250 to $78,209, an increase of about 11%. This growth was not linear. The neighborhood experienced peak median income in 2017 at $87,384, coinciding with the period of highest diversity. Since then, there has been a slight downward trend in median income.
The population of Parklawn has remained relatively stable over the decade, with a slight decrease from 1,399 in 2013 to 1,201 in 2022. This stability in population size, coupled with the racial and income shifts, suggests that the changes are likely due to resident turnover rather than significant new development or exodus.
The demographic evolution of Parklawn reflects broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas, particularly those near major metropolitan centers. The growth in the Hispanic population from 6% in 2013 to 12% in 2022 aligns with national patterns of Hispanic population growth in suburban communities.
The fluctuation in the Asian population percentage, peaking in 2017 and then declining, may be influenced by local factors such as changes in nearby employment opportunities or housing market dynamics specific to the Edina area.
The median income in Parklawn remains above the national median, which was approximately $70,784 in 2021. This suggests that despite fluctuations, Parklawn maintains its status as an affluent neighborhood, likely continuing to attract high-income residents across various racial groups.
Parklawn's demographic journey over the past decade reflects an interplay of racial diversity and economic factors. While it has returned to a "White Majority" status, the neighborhood has retained significant diversity and high median income levels, positioning it as an evolving suburban community that balances traditional affluence with increasing multiculturalism.
