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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Valley Station, a neighborhood in Louisville Metro, Kentucky, is characterized by Low Diversity with a predominantly White population (80% in 2022). The area has experienced gradual diversification over the past decade, though it remains largely homogeneous. Valley Station's suburban character and proximity to Fort Knox likely influence its demographic composition and economic stability.
Throughout the 2010s, Valley Station has consistently been categorized as Low Diversity, with the White population comprising over 75% of residents. The White population decreased from 89% in 2013 to 80% in 2022. The Black population increased from 6% to 10% during the same period. The Hispanic population grew from 2% to 5%. The Two or More Races category rose from 1% to 3%. These changes indicate a slow transition towards potentially reaching Moderate Diversity in the future if trends continue.
The median income in Valley Station has shown steady growth, increasing from $58,554 in 2013 to $62,544 in 2022, a rise of about 6.8% over nine years. This growth is relatively modest. As diversity slowly increased, median income also rose, suggesting that the influx of diverse populations has not negatively impacted the area's economic status. The population has remained relatively stable (37,964 in 2013 to 38,226 in 2022), indicating that demographic changes are likely due to gradual shifts in existing residents and natural population changes rather than large-scale migration.
Valley Station's diversity is increasing at a slower rate compared to national trends. Many urban areas across the U.S. have experienced more rapid diversification over the same period. The modest income growth in Valley Station is consistent with broader trends in many middle-class suburban areas, where wage growth has often struggled to keep up with rising living costs.
The proximity to Fort Knox may contribute to the area's stability, potentially attracting a diverse but economically consistent population tied to military or related civilian jobs. This could explain the gradual nature of demographic changes and the steady, if modest, economic growth.
Valley Station represents a slowly transitioning community, moving from Low Diversity towards potentially reaching Moderate Diversity in the future. The consistent demographic shifts and steady economic growth suggest a neighborhood in the early stages of change, balancing traditional suburban characteristics with increasing diversity.