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The Ridge Neighborhood: A Study of Low Diversity and White Majority
CATEGORY
Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Ridge neighborhood in Fort Collins, Colorado, is characterized as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The white population comprises 86% of the total residents. The area has a median income of $155,806, which is above the national average. The Ridge is situated near the Rocky Mountains and Colorado State University.
Over the past decade, The Ridge has maintained its "Low Diversity" and "White Majority" status. The white population has decreased from 94% in 2013 to 86% in 2022, indicating a gradual trend towards increased diversity. The Asian population increased from 2% in 2013 to 4% in 2022. The Black population grew from 0% in 2013 to 1% in 2022. Residents identifying as two or more races increased from 1% in 2013 to 5% in 2022.
The Ridge has experienced economic growth over the past decade. The median income increased from $132,872 in 2013 to $155,806 in 2022, representing a 17% increase. The population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 882 and 966 residents over the years. This stability, combined with rising incomes, suggests that The Ridge may be experiencing some degree of gentrification.
The slow diversification of The Ridge aligns with broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas, particularly those near universities. However, the pace of change in The Ridge appears to be slower than the national average. The Ridge remains in the "Low Diversity" category while many similar communities across the U.S. have seen more rapid shifts towards "Moderate Diversity" or "High Diversity".
The economic growth in The Ridge outpaces national averages, with its median income exceeding the U.S. median household income of $70,784 in 2021. This suggests that The Ridge is becoming increasingly exclusive, potentially limiting opportunities for a more diverse population to move in due to high housing costs.
The Ridge is showing signs of becoming a "Transitional Community" with slowly increasing diversity, but remains a predominantly white, affluent neighborhood. The correlation between rising incomes and gradual diversification suggests that future demographic changes may continue to be limited to high-income individuals from diverse backgrounds. This trend raises questions about housing affordability and inclusivity in the neighborhood.
