Population and Housing Trends around Troost park | Bi-State Sustainable Reinvestment Corridor

From 1990 to 2010, Troost Park has experienced a decline in both total population and housing units. The Troost Park area as a whole has seen a movement of people choosing to live elsewhere which is affecting the northern portion of the study area in particular. The southern portion has seen a decline as well, but it has not been as drastic as its northern counterpart.

Figure 1. Total Population by Block 1990 for Troost Park Study Area. (US Census, 1990)

Figure 2. Total Population by Block 2000 *for Troost Park Study Area*. (US Census, 2000)

Figure 3. Total Population by Block 2010 *for Troost Park Study Area*. *(US Census, 2010)*

This is the opposite of what is happening in Kansas City as a whole, though. KCMO is seeing an uptick in total population, especially from 2000-2010. This contrasting data paints a picture of a growing city whose center has become unappealing to live in for existing and potential residents.

Figure 4. Total Population by Year in Troost Park Study Area. *(US Census, 1990, 2000, 2010)*

Figure 5. Total Population by Year for Kansas City, MO. *(US Census, 1990, 2000, 2010)*

The number of housing units demonstrates a similar trend over the past couple decades. There has been a decline of housing units, especially in the northern portion of our study area. Conversely, Kansas City as a whole has seen an surge in the number of housing units from 2000-2010.

Figure 6. Total Housing Units by Block 1990 *for Troost Park Study Area*. *(US Census, 1990)*

Figure 7. Total Housing Units by Block 2000 *for Troost Park Study Area .* *(US Census, 2000)*

Figure 8. Total Housing Units by Block 2010 *for Troost Park Study Area*. *(US Census, 2010)*

Figure 9. Total Housing Units by Year for Troost Study Area. *(US Census, 1990, 2000, 2010)*

Figure 10. Total Housing Units by Year for Kansas City, MO. *(US Census, 1990, 2000, 2010)*

This area has had its challenges with housing, but there are signs of life outside of the hard data. Troost Park is a great asset to the community, and many companies are investing in the area despite the decline in population. Even though many lots sit vacant, they appear to be well maintained and mowed on a regular basis. There are also several beautiful homes in the area which bring life to a community that has seen years of demolition. The Troost Park area still has more to offer.

Soucres:

US Census Bureau. (2010). 2010 Census. US Department of Commerce.

US Census Bureau. (2000). 2000 Census. US Department of Commerce.

US Census Bureau. (1990). 1990 Census. US Department of Commerce.