The Beardsley neighborhood in Elkhart, Indiana, demonstrates a demographic transition from a predominantly white community to one of increasing racial diversity. In 2022, the neighborhood was classified as "White Majority" with 64% of the population identifying as white. This represents a significant change from 2013 when the area was categorized as "Low Diversity" with 86% of the population being white. The median income in Beardsley was $26,665 in 2022, which is below the national median household income. The neighborhood's location near the St. Joseph River has historically influenced its economic and recreational activities.

From 2013 to 2022, Beardsley underwent notable demographic shifts. The neighborhood transitioned through several diversity categories: Low Diversity (2013-2015), Moderate Diversity (2016-2019), and White Majority (2020-2022). This progression indicates a trend towards increased community diversity. The Hispanic population experienced significant growth, rising from 3% in 2013 to a peak of 33% in 2016, before stabilizing between 20-30% in recent years. The "Two or More Races" category also showed consistent growth, reaching 15% in 2022.

Economic trends in Beardsley have shown fluctuations over the decade. The median income varied from a low of $19,173 in 2016 to a high of $32,372 in 2021, before settling at $26,665 in 2022. These economic changes appear to correlate with demographic shifts, with the lowest median income coinciding with the peak of Hispanic population growth in 2016. The subsequent rise in median income aligns with a more stabilized demographic composition. Population figures have remained relatively stable, ranging from 967 to 1,355 over the decade, with a slight upward trend in recent years.