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Demographic Analysis of Artesia Pilar: A Predominantly Hispanic Neighborhood in Santa Ana, California
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Artesia Pilar, a neighborhood in Santa Ana, California, exhibits a low diversity demographic profile with a Hispanic majority. As of 2022, the Hispanic population comprises 93% of the neighborhood. The area is known for its street art and murals celebrating Latino culture.
Over the past decade, Artesia Pilar has maintained its status as a low diversity community with a Hispanic majority. The Hispanic population has remained dominant, ranging from 90% to 94% throughout the period. There has been a slight increase in the Hispanic population from 91% in 2013 to 93% in 2022. The Asian population has fluctuated slightly, from 5% in 2013 to 3% in 2021, and back to 5% in 2022. The White population has remained relatively stable at 2-3% throughout the decade.
The neighborhood has experienced economic growth over the past decade. The median income has risen from $62,666 in 2013 to $76,942 in 2022, representing a 22.8% increase. There was a substantial increase in median income from $67,145 in 2019 to $88,083 in 2021, followed by a decrease to $76,942 in 2022. The population of Artesia Pilar has shown a gradual decline from 14,876 in 2013 to 13,392 in 2022, a decrease of about 10%.
The demographic stability of Artesia Pilar contrasts with broader trends in many urban areas across the United States, where increasing diversity is more common. The neighborhood's persistent Hispanic majority aligns with broader demographic patterns in Santa Ana, which is known for its large Hispanic population.
The economic growth in Artesia Pilar outpaces the national average. While the U.S. median household income grew by about 10% from 2013 to 2022 (adjusted for inflation), Artesia Pilar's growth of 22.8% is significantly higher. This suggests that the neighborhood is experiencing faster economic development compared to national averages.
The population decline in Artesia Pilar contrasts with the overall growth trends in many Californian cities. This could be due to various factors such as housing affordability issues, changing family sizes, or migration patterns specific to this community.
Artesia Pilar presents a case of a highly concentrated Hispanic community that has maintained its demographic character while experiencing economic growth. The stability in racial composition coupled with rising incomes suggests a community that is economically advancing while preserving its cultural identity. However, the declining population raises questions about long-term sustainability and potential changes in the neighborhood's character in the coming years.
