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Boulder Mountain, Mesa: A Study of Racial Demographics and Economic Growth
CATEGORY
Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Boulder Mountain, a neighborhood in Mesa, Arizona, is classified as a Low Diversity community with a White Majority, as evidenced by the 82% white population in 2022. The area has experienced economic growth over the past decade, with median household income increasing from $90,485 in 2013 to $115,024 in 2022. The neighborhood is notable for its scenic views of the Superstition Mountains and access to outdoor recreational activities.
Over the past decade, Boulder Mountain has maintained its status as a Low Diversity community with a White Majority. The white population percentage has increased slightly from 77% in 2013 to 82% in 2022. The Hispanic population, the second-largest group, has decreased from 22% in 2013 to 10% in 2022. Small increases in Asian, Black, and multi-racial residents by 2022 suggest the potential beginnings of a Transitional Community.
The neighborhood has experienced economic growth. Median household income increased by approximately 27% from 2013 to 2022. The population has remained relatively stable, decreasing slightly from 4,766 in 2013 to 4,410 in 2022. The increase in median income correlates with the slight increase in the white majority percentage.
The trend of increasing household income in Boulder Mountain likely outpaces national averages. The persistence of a white majority in this neighborhood contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in many urban and suburban areas. The decrease in the Hispanic population percentage differs from trends seen in many parts of Arizona and the Southwest, where Hispanic populations have generally been growing.
Boulder Mountain presents a picture of a stable, affluent, predominantly white neighborhood that has experienced economic growth over the past decade. It remains a Low Diversity community, with subtle signs of increasing diversity that may indicate gradual demographic changes. The economic growth and demographic stability suggest that the neighborhood may be attractive to higher-income white households, possibly due to its natural amenities and quality of life factors. The decreasing Hispanic population raises questions about affordability and inclusivity that may warrant further investigation.
