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East Dale Neighborhood: A Study of Low Diversity and White Majority
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The East Dale neighborhood in Fort Collins, Colorado, was categorized as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" in 2022. The neighborhood has a population of 200 residents and has experienced economic growth over the past decade. The median income increased from $43,894 in 2013 to $71,825 in 2022. East Dale's proximity to Colorado State University likely influences its demographic composition and economic characteristics.
From 2013 to 2022, East Dale maintained its status as a "White Majority" community. The white population increased from 79% in 2013 to 92% in 2019, before decreasing to 90% in 2022. The Hispanic population, the second-largest group, decreased from 15% in 2013 to 7% in 2022. Other racial groups maintained minimal representation, with Asian and Native American populations fluctuating between 0-2% throughout the period. The neighborhood has moved further into the "Low Diversity" classification over time.
The economic trajectory of East Dale shows a positive trend. The median income nearly doubled from $43,894 in 2013 to $81,363 in 2021, before decreasing to $71,825 in 2022. This economic growth correlates with the increasing percentage of white residents. The population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 186 and 233 residents over the decade.
The trends observed in East Dale reflect broader national patterns of increasing racial segregation in some communities, particularly in university-adjacent neighborhoods. The income growth outpaces national averages, which could be attributed to Fort Collins' growing tech industry and the expansion of Colorado State University.
The decrease in Hispanic population contrasts with national trends of growing Hispanic communities in many urban areas. This might suggest that rising costs of living in East Dale could be pricing out some minority groups, a phenomenon observed in gentrifying neighborhoods across the United States.
East Dale presents a case of a small, predominantly white neighborhood experiencing economic growth while becoming less diverse over time. This trend raises questions about equitable access to prosperous neighborhoods and the long-term implications for community integration and social cohesion in Fort Collins.
