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Demographic Stability and Racial Homogeneity in Carolyn Heights, Boulder
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Carolyn Heights, a neighborhood in Boulder, Colorado, exhibits characteristics of a Low Diversity community with a White Majority. As of 2022, the neighborhood's population is 91% white, with a median income of $178,543. The area is known for its views of the Flatirons and proximity to the University of Colorado Boulder.
Over the past decade, Carolyn Heights has maintained its status as a Low Diversity, White Majority community. The white population has remained above 80% throughout the period, with minor fluctuations. There are subtle indications of a potential Transitional Community emerging at a slow pace.
The Hispanic population has shown a gradual increase from 4% in 2013 to 7% in 2022. This slow growth suggests the beginning of a more diverse community composition, though the change is minimal compared to other urban areas in the United States. The representation of other racial groups, including Asian, Black, Native American, and Pacific Islander populations, has remained consistently at or near 0% throughout the observed period.
The economic trajectory of Carolyn Heights aligns with its demographic stability. The median income has increased from $127,645 in 2013 to $178,543 in 2022, representing a growth of about 40% over nine years. This rise in median income correlates with the maintained white majority. The population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 550 and 650 residents over the decade.
The demographic and economic trends in Carolyn Heights contrast with many urban areas across the United States, which have generally experienced increasing diversity over the past decade. The neighborhood's economic growth outpaces the national average, which saw median household income rise by about 10% between 2013 and 2022 (adjusted for inflation).
The lack of significant racial diversification in Carolyn Heights, despite its proximity to a major university town, is noteworthy. Many college towns across the U.S. have experienced increased diversity due to international students and faculty. However, Carolyn Heights appears to be insulated from these broader trends, possibly due to high property values and limited housing turnover.
Carolyn Heights presents a case study of a neighborhood that has largely resisted the national trend towards increased diversity. Its stable, affluent, predominantly white population suggests a community that has maintained its character amidst broader demographic shifts. While there are subtle indications of potential future changes, particularly in the slow growth of the Hispanic population, the overall picture is one of demographic and economic continuity rather than significant transformation.
