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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Hunters Park, a neighborhood in Duluth, Minnesota, exhibits characteristics of Low Diversity, with a predominant White population of 94% as of 2022. The neighborhood has maintained a relatively stable population over the past decade, with 1,237 residents in 2022. Economically, Hunters Park has a high median income of $104,845 in 2022, significantly above the national average. This affluent neighborhood is known for its well-preserved early 20th-century homes and tree-lined streets, giving it a distinct historical charm.
Throughout the observed period (2013-2022), Hunters Park has consistently fallen under the Low Diversity category, with the White population remaining above 75% each year. There have been subtle shifts within this category. The neighborhood saw a minor increase in diversity, with the Asian population rising from 2% in 2013 to 8% in 2020. During this period, the White population dropped to its lowest point of 86% in 2017. The trend reversed in recent years, with the White population increasing to 94% by 2022, while the Asian population decreased to 1%. Throughout the decade, there has been minimal to no representation of Black, Hispanic, and Pacific Islander populations, further emphasizing the low diversity status.
The economic landscape of Hunters Park has shown notable fluctuations over the past decade. The median income increased from $95,752 in 2013 to $104,845 in 2022, representing a 9.5% growth over the decade. The neighborhood reached its highest median income of $114,332 in 2021, coinciding with a slight increase in diversity (90% White, 6% Asian). Despite minor fluctuations, the median income remained consistently high throughout the period, suggesting economic stability in the face of demographic shifts.
While Hunters Park has maintained its status as a predominantly White, affluent neighborhood, this trend contrasts with broader national patterns. The U.S. has generally been moving towards greater racial diversity, with the non-Hispanic White population decreasing from 63.7% in 2010 to 57.8% in 2020. The median household income in Hunters Park ($104,845 in 2022) is significantly higher than the national median ($70,784 in 2021), highlighting the neighborhood's affluent status. Unlike many urban areas experiencing demographic changes due to gentrification, Hunters Park has maintained its racial composition and high-income status, suggesting limited influx of diverse populations despite its economic attractiveness.
Hunters Park presents a case of a neighborhood that has resisted broader trends towards increased diversity, maintaining its status as a predominantly White, affluent area. This stability in both racial composition and economic status sets it apart from many urban neighborhoods across the United States, raising questions about local housing policies, community dynamics, and the factors contributing to its persistent demographic homogeneity.