Esther Short, a neighborhood in Vancouver, Washington, is characterized as a "White Majority" community with moderate diversity as of 2022. The white population comprises 75% of the neighborhood, marking the threshold between a clear racial majority and a more diverse composition. The median income in Esther Short was $33,992 in 2022, indicating recent economic fluctuations. The neighborhood is notable for containing Esther Short Park, the oldest public square in Washington state.

Over the past decade, Esther Short has maintained its "White Majority" status while gradually increasing in diversity. In 2013, the white population made up 81% of the total, indicating "Low Diversity." By 2022, this percentage decreased to 75%, approaching the transition from "Low Diversity" to "Moderate Diversity." The neighborhood exhibits signs of becoming a "Transitional Community," with consistent increases in minority group representation. The Asian population grew from 1% in 2013 to 4% in 2022, while the Black population increased from 3% to 6% during the same period. The percentage of residents identifying as two or more races also increased from 5% to 6%.

The median income in Esther Short has experienced significant fluctuations over the past decade. It started at $27,258 in 2013, peaked at $42,166 in 2014, then declined and stabilized around $40,000 between 2015 and 2017. Recent years have seen a downward trend, with the median income dropping to $33,992 in 2022. These economic shifts appear to correlate with demographic changes. Initially, as the neighborhood became more diverse, there was an increase in median income, suggesting that new residents may have brought economic opportunities. However, the recent decline in median income coincides with continued increases in diversity, potentially indicating challenges in economic integration or broader economic pressures affecting the area.