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Demographic Shifts in University Park at Northpointe: A Study of Racial Composition
CATEGORY
Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
DATA SOURCE
United States Census Bureau: American Community Survey Data (ACS)
University Park at Northpointe, located in Denton, Texas, exhibits a white majority demographic composition. In 2022, 59% of the population identified as white. The neighborhood experienced significant growth over the past decade, with its population increasing from 2,695 in 2010 to 4,968 in 2022. The neighborhood is likely associated with the University of North Texas, given its name and location in Denton.
Over the past decade, University Park at Northpointe maintained its status as a white majority community, with some fluctuations. The white population percentage reached 65% in 2016 before declining to 59% in 2022. The neighborhood has shown signs of increasing diversity. The Hispanic community maintained a significant presence, representing approximately 25% of the population throughout the decade, increasing to 28% by 2022. The black population experienced fluctuations, peaking at 12% in 2013 before decreasing to 2% by 2022. There has been an increase in individuals identifying as two or more races, rising from 3% in 2013 to 6% in 2022. The Asian community maintained a relatively stable presence at around 4% throughout the decade.
The median income in University Park at Northpointe increased from $51,519 in 2013 to $60,877 in 2022, representing an 18% increase. The period of highest white population percentage (2015-2016) saw lower median incomes compared to recent years. A significant increase in median income from $51,094 in 2019 to $61,717 in 2020 coincided with a decrease in the black population and an increase in the Hispanic and multiracial populations.
The demographic shifts in University Park at Northpointe reflect broader national trends in several ways. The increase in multiracial identification aligns with national census data showing a rising number of Americans identifying as multiracial. The stable and growing Hispanic population mirrors the general growth of the Hispanic population across Texas and the United States. The neighborhood's economic growth outpaces the national average, which saw about a 13% increase in median household income from 2010 to 2020, compared to the neighborhood's 18% growth from 2013 to 2022. However, the decrease in the black population contrasts with many urban areas that have seen increasing or stable black populations.
University Park at Northpointe maintains a white majority but shows signs of evolving into a more diverse community, particularly with growing Hispanic and multiracial populations. This demographic shift, coupled with significant economic growth, indicates a dynamic, changing neighborhood that reflects broader national trends while maintaining its distinct local character.
