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Demographic Shifts in West 7th: From Low to Moderate 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
West 7th, a neighborhood in St. Paul, Minnesota, exhibits characteristics of a White Majority community with moderate diversity. As of 2022, the population is 13,283, with a median income of $67,870. This area is one of the oldest neighborhoods in St. Paul and is located near downtown.
Over the past decade, West 7th has maintained its status as a White Majority community, but with notable changes. In 2013, the neighborhood had Low Diversity, with the white population at 81%. By 2022, it transitioned to Moderate Diversity, with the white population decreasing to 76% and other racial groups gaining representation.
The most significant changes occurred in the Black and Hispanic populations. The Black population increased from 5% in 2013 to 11% in 2022, while the Hispanic population fluctuated, peaking at 8% in 2018 before settling at 4% in 2022. The Asian population remained relatively stable, between 2-4% throughout the decade.
The demographic changes in West 7th have coincided with economic fluctuations. The median income rose from $62,781 in 2013 to $70,643 in 2021, a 12.5% increase, before decreasing to $67,870 in 2022. The population grew from 11,413 in 2013 to 13,283 in 2022, a 16.4% increase.
The demographic shifts in West 7th reflect broader trends seen in many urban areas across the United States, where historically white-majority neighborhoods are experiencing increased diversity. The economic trends in West 7th are generally positive, with income growth outpacing inflation for much of the decade.
West 7th is undergoing a gradual transition towards greater diversity while maintaining economic stability and growth. As this trend continues, it will be important to monitor how these changes affect the neighborhood's character, housing affordability, and community dynamics.
