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Demographic Analysis of Barrio San Antonio: Hispanic Plurality and 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
Barrio San Antonio, located in Tucson, Arizona, exhibits a Racial Plurality with a Hispanic population of 48% as of 2022. The neighborhood is categorized as Moderate Diversity, with significant representation from Hispanic and White populations. The median income in 2022 was $38,951. Barrio San Antonio is one of Tucson's oldest neighborhoods, reflecting deep Hispanic roots.
Over the past decade, Barrio San Antonio has maintained its status as a Moderate Diversity community, with a slight trend towards increased diversity. The neighborhood has shifted from a Hispanic Plurality in the early 2010s to a more balanced distribution between Hispanic and White populations by 2022. In 2013, the area had a Hispanic Plurality (47%) with a significant White population (45%). By 2022, the Hispanic population increased to 48%, while the White population decreased to 42%.
The representation of other racial groups, particularly those identifying as two or more races, increased from 1% in 2013 to 4% in 2022, contributing to the neighborhood's growing diversity. The median income in Barrio San Antonio has fluctuated over the past decade, showing no clear upward trend. In 2013, the median income was $44,210, which decreased to $38,951 by 2022, representing a decline of about 12% over the period.
The years of highest diversity (2018-2019) coincided with some of the lower median income figures, suggesting that increased diversity may be partially driven by economic factors attracting a more varied population seeking affordable housing options. The population has remained relatively stable, hovering around 350-370 residents throughout the decade. This stability in population, combined with fluctuating income levels, may indicate a community in transition, potentially facing gentrification pressures or economic restructuring.
The demographic shifts observed in Barrio San Antonio align with broader national trends of increasing diversity in urban areas. However, the economic challenges faced by the neighborhood, as evidenced by the declining median income, contrast with the general trend of economic growth seen in many urban areas over the past decade. The persistence of a strong Hispanic presence in the neighborhood, despite economic challenges, speaks to the cultural resilience of the community and its deep-rooted identity.
The gradual increase in diversity, particularly the growth in multiracial residents, mirrors national trends of increasing multiracial identification. However, the pace of this change in Barrio San Antonio appears to be slower than in many urban centers, possibly due to its established cultural identity and relatively stable population size. Barrio San Antonio presents a case of a historically Hispanic neighborhood gradually transitioning towards greater diversity while facing economic challenges. The community's ability to maintain its cultural character amidst these changes will likely be a key factor in its future development and identity.
