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Dudgeon-Monroe Neighborhood: A Study of Low Diversity and White Majority Persistence
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Dudgeon-Monroe neighborhood in Madison, Wisconsin, exhibits a Low Diversity profile with a White Majority comprising 88% of the population as of 2022. The area has a median income of $104,766, which is above the national average. Dudgeon-Monroe is located near Lake Wingra and the University of Wisconsin Arboretum.
Over the past decade, Dudgeon-Monroe has maintained its status as a Low Diversity neighborhood with a strong White Majority. The Asian population increased from 2% in 2013 to 5% in 2022. The Hispanic population decreased from 6% in 2013 to 2% in 2022. The "Two or More Races" category doubled from 2% to 4% between 2021 and 2022.
The economic profile of Dudgeon-Monroe has shown growth. Median income rose from $84,350 in 2013 to $104,766 in 2022, a 24% increase. The population increased from 3,888 in 2013 to 4,481 in 2022, a 15% growth. Despite economic challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic, the neighborhood's median income continued to rise, peaking at $118,211 in 2021 before decreasing slightly in 2022.
The correlation between the maintained White Majority and increasing affluence suggests that the neighborhood's demographic stability may be linked to its economic growth. This may create barriers to entry for more diverse populations due to rising property values and living costs.
Dudgeon-Monroe's maintenance of its demographic composition contrasts with many urban areas across the United States that have experienced increasing diversity over the past decade. The neighborhood's resistance to this national trend of diversification, combined with its economic growth, suggests it may be part of a pattern of affluent, predominantly white enclaves in university towns.
The income growth in Dudgeon-Monroe contrasts with national trends of income stagnation for middle-class households. This indicates that the neighborhood has been successful in attracting high-earning residents, possibly due to its proximity to the University of Wisconsin-Madison and local industries.
In conclusion, Dudgeon-Monroe has seen minor shifts in its racial composition, but its overall character as a Low Diversity, White Majority neighborhood has remained consistent over the past decade. This stability, coupled with economic growth, presents opportunities and challenges for the community in terms of maintaining its character while potentially addressing issues of inclusivity and affordability in the future.
