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University North, Fort Collins: A Study of Racial Demographics in a College Neighborhood
CATEGORY
Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
University North, a neighborhood in Fort Collins, Colorado, demonstrates characteristics of a White Majority community with moderate diversity. In 2022, the white population constitutes 73% of the area, while Hispanic residents account for 16%. The neighborhood's median income of $32,011 in 2022 indicates a middle-class area, potentially influenced by its proximity to a university.
University North has transitioned from a Low Diversity community to one approaching Moderate Diversity over the past decade. In 2013, the neighborhood was categorized as Low Diversity with 87% white population. By 2022, this percentage decreased to 73%, while Hispanic representation increased from 6% to 16%.
The neighborhood exhibits characteristics of a Transitional Community, with consistent growth in minority populations, particularly Hispanic and Asian residents. The Hispanic population increased from 6% in 2013 to 16% in 2022. The Asian population doubled from 2% to 4% during this period.
The neighborhood's economic landscape has fluctuated over the decade. Median income increased from $26,084 in 2013 to $34,190 in 2016, before settling at $32,011 in 2022. This 23% increase in median income correlates with increasing diversity, suggesting potential economic benefits from new residents.
The population has remained stable, growing from 4,314 in 2013 to 4,365 in 2022, a 1.2% increase. This stability, combined with increasing diversity and rising incomes, indicates a gradual demographic shift rather than rapid gentrification or displacement.
The trends in University North align with national patterns of increasing diversity in urban and suburban areas near educational institutions. The growth in Hispanic population reflects national trends of Hispanic communities being among the fastest-growing demographic groups in many parts of the United States.
The neighborhood's economic trajectory, peaking in 2016 followed by a slight decline, may reflect broader economic cycles or local factors such as changes in university enrollment or job market fluctuations. The current median income of $32,011 is below the national median household income, possibly due to a high student population in the area.
University North represents a community in transition, moving towards greater diversity while maintaining economic stability. The gradual nature of these changes suggests a natural evolution of the neighborhood's demographics, potentially leading to a more integrated and diverse community in the future.
