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Demographic Analysis of Brookdale, California: A Predominantly White Community with Emerging 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
Brookdale, California, is categorized as a "Low Diversity" community. As of 2022, the white population constitutes 83% of the total, exceeding the 75% threshold for this classification. The city has a population of 1,005 and a median income of $108,913.
Over the past decade, Brookdale has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community. The white population has decreased from 89% in 2013 to 83% in 2022. The "Two or More Races" category has grown from 1% in 2013 to 11% in 2022. The Hispanic population has remained between 5-8% throughout the decade.
The median income in Brookdale has fluctuated over the decade but generally remained high. It peaked at $109,951 in 2019 before declining to $108,913 in 2022. The lowest point was $80,826 in 2017, but it quickly recovered in subsequent years.
The period of lowest median income (2017-2018) coincided with the highest population figures, suggesting a possible influx of lower-income residents during that time. As the population decreased in recent years, the median income rose again.
Brookdale's demographic makeup is less diverse than California as a whole. The high median income suggests that Brookdale is more affluent than the average Californian community.
Based on observed trends, Brookdale is likely to continue its slow progression towards increased diversity. However, it is likely to remain in the "Low Diversity" category for the foreseeable future. The most probable shift would be towards a "Transitional Community" status if the growth in the "Two or More Races" category continues.
Economically, the area seems poised to maintain its high-income status. The decreasing population coupled with stable high incomes suggests that Brookdale may be becoming increasingly exclusive, potentially pricing out lower-income residents and newcomers.
While Brookdale is showing signs of incremental diversification, it remains a predominantly white, high-income community. The future challenge may be in balancing this gradual increase in diversity with the economic factors that could limit accessibility to a broader range of residents.
