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Demographic Analysis of Far Southside, Abilene: A Predominantly White 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
Far Southside, a neighborhood in Abilene, Texas, is characterized by Low Diversity with a White Majority. As of 2022, the white population comprises 76% of the neighborhood, while the Hispanic community represents 18%. The area has experienced population growth from 7,484 residents in 2010 to 11,128 in 2022. The median income was $84,300 in 2022, indicating an affluent suburb.
Over the past decade, Far Southside has maintained its status as a White Majority neighborhood. In 2013, the neighborhood had extremely Low Diversity, with the white population at 82%. By 2018, diversity increased, with the white population decreasing to 69% and the Hispanic population rising to 22%. Since 2018, there has been a slight reversal, with the white population increasing to 76% by 2022.
The Asian population increased from 3% in 2013 to 6% in 2021, before returning to 3% in 2022. This fluctuation suggests a potential emerging Transitional Community aspect on a small scale.
The neighborhood's median income has fluctuated but remained high. There was an increase from $85,271 in 2013 to $92,210 in 2016. After 2016, there were fluctuations, with a dip to $82,256 in 2020, likely due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The income has since recovered to $84,300 in 2022, indicating economic resilience.
The correlation between demographic shifts and economic trends is not strongly apparent. The period of increased diversity (2015-2018) coincided with some of the highest median incomes, suggesting that the neighborhood's economic appeal may have attracted a more diverse population.
Far Southside's demographic composition and economic status suggest it may be a more affluent and less diverse suburb compared to Abilene as a whole or other Texas urban areas. The neighborhood's median income is higher than the national median, indicating a concentration of higher-income households.
The gradual increase in diversity, particularly with the Hispanic population, aligns with broader trends seen across Texas and the United States. However, the persistence of a strong White Majority in Far Southside suggests that this neighborhood may be experiencing these demographic shifts at a slower pace than other urban areas in Texas.
Far Southside presents as a stable, affluent neighborhood with a persistent White Majority. While there are signs of increasing diversity, particularly with Hispanic and Asian populations, these changes have been gradual. The area's economic resilience, as evidenced by its consistently high median income, suggests that it remains an attractive location for residents, potentially limiting rapid demographic changes.
