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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Scottsdale Community in South Bend, Indiana, exhibits a transition from a predominantly White Majority neighborhood to one with increasing diversity. As of 2022, the community has a population of 4,109 and a median household income of $70,185. Over the past decade, this neighborhood has shown characteristics of becoming a Transitional Community, with growing representation from minority groups, particularly Hispanic residents.
From 2013 to 2022, Scottsdale Community underwent a notable transformation in its racial composition. In 2013, the neighborhood was categorized as Low Diversity with a 92% white population. By 2022, while still maintaining a White Majority (73%), the community has become more diverse. The Hispanic population increased significantly from 2% in 2013 to 17% in 2022. The Black population grew from 1% in 2013 to 8% in 2022, contributing to the overall diversification. The Asian population remained relatively constant at around 1-3% throughout the decade.
The demographic shifts correlate with economic trends. The median household income increased from $59,166 in 2013 to $70,185 in 2022, a rise of about 18.6% over nine years. Despite the overall increase in diversity, the total population has fluctuated, peaking at 4,351 in 2017 before settling at 4,109 in 2022. The steady increase in median income suggests that the neighborhood has maintained economic stability despite demographic changes, potentially indicating successful integration of new residents.
The increasing diversity in Scottsdale Community aligns with broader national trends of growing diversity in suburban areas. The 2022 median household income of $70,185 is higher than the national median of about $67,521 (as of 2020), suggesting a relatively affluent neighborhood. The significant increase in the Hispanic population (from 2% to 17%) outpaces the national average growth rate for this demographic, indicating a unique local trend.
Scottsdale Community exemplifies a Transitional Community, evolving from a Low Diversity, predominantly white neighborhood to one with increasing racial diversity, particularly among Hispanic and Black residents. This transition has occurred alongside economic growth, suggesting a dynamic community development process. The neighborhood's ability to maintain rising incomes while diversifying could serve as a case study in community integration and economic resilience in the face of demographic change.