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Racial Composition and Diversity Trends in Historic Overland Park, Kansas (2013-2022)
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Historic Overland Park, located in Overland Park, Kansas, exhibits Low Diversity as of 2022, with a white racial majority of 95%. The median income in 2022 was $56,002. The neighborhood is known for its downtown area, which includes the Overland Park Farmers' Market, operating since 1982.
Over the past decade, Historic Overland Park has undergone a transition in its racial composition. In 2013, the neighborhood exhibited Moderate Diversity, with a white majority of 83%, Hispanic population of 13%, and Black population of 3%. By 2022, the area had shifted to Low Diversity, with the white population increasing to 95%. This transition suggests a trend of decreasing diversity and increasing racial homogeneity.
The most significant change occurred between 2019 and 2020, when the white population increased from 89% to 91%, while the Black population decreased from 5% to 1%. This shift marked the beginning of the neighborhood's transition to Low Diversity status.
The median income in Historic Overland Park has fluctuated over the years, showing an overall increase from $55,120 in 2013 to $56,002 in 2022. There was a sharp increase in median income to $68,447 in 2021, followed by a substantial decrease in 2022.
The population of the neighborhood has remained relatively stable, with some fluctuations. It decreased from 1,988 in 2010 to 1,456 in 2017, before rising again to 2,016 in 2022. This population trend, combined with the income fluctuations, suggests a dynamic period of change in the neighborhood's socio-economic makeup.
The trend towards increasing racial homogeneity in Historic Overland Park contrasts with broader national trends, which generally show increasing diversity in suburban areas. The sharp increase in median income in 2021 followed by a decrease in 2022 might reflect the broader economic volatility experienced nationwide due to the COVID-19 pandemic and its aftermath.
The stable population figures, despite economic fluctuations, suggest that Historic Overland Park maintains its appeal as a residential area. This could be attributed to its historic character and local amenities, which may continue to attract residents despite economic challenges.
Historic Overland Park has transitioned from a moderately diverse community to one of low diversity over the past decade, with economic indicators showing volatility but overall stability. These changes reflect both local dynamics and broader national trends, highlighting the complex interplay between demographic shifts and economic factors in shaping neighborhood characteristics.
