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Virginia Village: A Transitional White Majority Neighborhood with Increasing Racial Diversity
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Virginia Village, a neighborhood in Glendale, Colorado, exhibits characteristics of a White Majority community with moderate diversity. As of 2022, the white population constitutes 66% of the residents, with Hispanic (19%) and Black (8%) populations representing significant minorities. The neighborhood has experienced economic growth, with the median income increasing from $58,598 in 2013 to $75,279 in 2022.
Over the past decade, Virginia Village has maintained its status as a White Majority community, but with a gradual trend towards increased diversity. In 2013, the neighborhood was categorized as Low Diversity, with the white population at 67% and only two other groups (Hispanic at 20% and Black at 4%) having significant representation. By 2022, the community had transitioned to Moderate Diversity, with the white population slightly decreasing to 66%, while the Black population doubled to 8%, and the Hispanic population remained relatively stable at 19%.
The most notable shift occurred in the Black population, which saw growth from 4% in 2013 to 9% in 2021, before slightly decreasing to 8% in 2022. This trend suggests that Virginia Village is becoming a Transitional Community, gradually moving towards greater racial diversity.
The demographic shifts in Virginia Village correlate with economic growth. The median income increased by approximately 28.5% from 2013 to 2022, rising from $58,598 to $75,279. This economic improvement coincides with the increasing diversity, suggesting that the neighborhood may be attracting a more diverse, affluent population.
The population has grown from 14,974 in 2013 to 16,788 in 2022, an increase of about 12%. This population growth, combined with rising incomes and increasing diversity, indicates that Virginia Village is becoming an increasingly attractive location for a variety of demographic groups.
The trends observed in Virginia Village align with broader national patterns of increasing diversity in suburban areas. Many U.S. cities have experienced similar transitions, with traditionally white-majority suburbs becoming more diverse as minority populations seek opportunities outside urban centers.
The economic growth in Virginia Village outpaces the national average. While the U.S. median household income grew by about 18% from 2013 to 2022, Virginia Village saw a 28.5% increase, suggesting that the neighborhood is experiencing stronger economic development than many other areas of the country.
Virginia Village exemplifies a community in transition, moving from Low Diversity to Moderate Diversity while maintaining a White Majority. The neighborhood's economic growth and increasing attractiveness to diverse populations suggest it may continue evolving towards High Diversity in the coming years, reflecting broader national trends of suburban diversification and economic development.
