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Cameron Hills: A Study of Asian Majority and High Income in a Fremont Neighborhood
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Cameron Hills, a neighborhood in Fremont, California, exhibits characteristics of a "Racial Majority" community, with Asian residents comprising 81% of the population in 2022. This area has an exceptionally high median income of $185,392 in 2022, placing it well above national averages and indicating a high level of affluence. The neighborhood's proximity to Silicon Valley tech companies contributes to its demographic makeup and economic status.
Over the past decade, Cameron Hills has consistently maintained its status as an "Asian Majority" community. The Asian population increased from 74% in 2013 to 81% in 2022, reinforcing its "Racial Majority" status. The white population decreased from 19% in 2013 to 11% in 2022, indicating a trend towards less diversity. The Hispanic population grew from 0% in 2013 to 5% in 2022, suggesting a slight increase in diversity within minority groups. These trends indicate that while Cameron Hills has remained an "Asian Majority" community, it has become more homogeneous over time.
The neighborhood has experienced significant economic growth alongside its demographic shifts. Median income increased from $158,042 in 2013 to $185,392 in 2022, a 17.3% increase. Despite the overall upward trend, there were some fluctuations, with a peak of $194,315 in 2021. The population remained relatively stable, increasing slightly from 4,045 in 2013 to 4,107 in 2022. The strengthening Asian majority correlates with rising median incomes, suggesting that the influx of Asian residents may be linked to high-paying job opportunities in the nearby tech industry.
Cameron Hills' demographic and economic trends align with broader patterns observed in Silicon Valley and the San Francisco Bay Area. The increasing Asian majority and rising incomes reflect the growing presence of Asian professionals in the tech industry. The exceptionally high median income in Cameron Hills ($185,392 in 2022) far exceeds the national median household income (about $70,784 in 2021), highlighting the economic divide between tech hubs and other parts of the country. The declining white population and increasing median income may indicate gentrification processes common in many Bay Area communities. Unlike some other Bay Area neighborhoods that are becoming more diverse, Cameron Hills is becoming more homogeneous, bucking the trend of increasing diversity seen in many urban areas across the U.S.
Cameron Hills represents a case of a highly affluent, predominantly Asian neighborhood that has become more homogeneous over time. This trend contrasts with national patterns of increasing diversity but aligns with the specialized demographic shifts seen in some tech-centric communities. The economic growth and demographic concentration suggest a self-reinforcing cycle of attracting high-income Asian professionals, potentially limiting opportunities for other groups to enter the community.
