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Demographic Analysis of Fern Bluff: A White Majority Neighborhood with Increasing 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
Fern Bluff CDP's neighborhood in Brushy Creek, Texas, is characterized as a White Majority community with Moderate Diversity. The neighborhood had a median income of $128,762 in 2022, which is above the national average. Fern Bluff is known for its excellent schools and numerous parks.
From 2013 to 2022, the white population percentage in Fern Bluff increased from 64% to 69%. The Hispanic population remained stable between 14-17%, while the Asian population fluctuated between 7-15%. The neighborhood transitioned from Low Diversity in 2013-2014 to Moderate Diversity in recent years, with three racial groups each consistently representing over 10% of the population.
The economic trajectory of Fern Bluff has been positive. Median income grew from $101,791 in 2013 to $128,762 in 2022, an increase of about 26.5%. This income growth coincided with the slight increase in the white majority and the maintenance of a significant Asian population. The population grew from 5,372 in 2013 to 5,748 in 2022.
Fern Bluff's demographic composition and high median income are typical of many affluent suburbs near major Texas cities. The gradual increase in diversity, particularly with stable Hispanic and Asian populations, aligns with broader trends in Texas. The neighborhood's economic growth outpaces national averages, with its 2022 median income far exceeding the U.S. median household income.
Fern Bluff presents a picture of a prosperous, predominantly white suburban neighborhood that is slowly becoming more diverse while maintaining its economic strength. This gradual shift towards Moderate Diversity, coupled with significant income growth, suggests a community that is evolving to reflect broader demographic changes while retaining its status as an affluent suburb.
