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Demographic Analysis of Fieldcrest Neighborhood: Hispanic and Black Population Dynamics
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Fieldcrest neighborhood in Avondale, Arizona, exhibits a "Majority-Minority" community with "Moderate Diversity" as of 2022. The population stands at 978, with Hispanic and Black residents each constituting 43% of the population, and White residents comprising 11%. The median income in 2022 was $49,204, lower than the previous year but representing growth over the past decade. Fieldcrest's proximity to the Avondale Sports Complex has likely influenced its demographic and economic development.
Over the past decade, Fieldcrest has undergone significant changes in its racial composition. In 2013, it had a "Hispanic Plurality" with 48% Hispanic residents, 40% White, and 9% Black. By 2017, it shifted to a "Hispanic Majority" with 61% Hispanic residents. A dramatic change occurred between 2019 and 2020, with the Black population increasing from 8% to 37%, while the Hispanic population slightly decreased but remained the largest group at 50%.
From 2020 onwards, Fieldcrest has maintained its "Majority-Minority" status, with Hispanic and Black populations as the two dominant groups. The White population has significantly decreased from 40% in 2013 to 11% in 2022, suggesting a "Transitional Community" status with increasing diversity and changing racial dynamics.
The median income in Fieldcrest has shown volatility over the years, correlating with demographic shifts. From 2013 to 2019, there was a general upward trend in median income, rising from $48,110 to $66,111. This period coincided with the Hispanic population becoming the majority. The income peaked in 2020 at $70,830, aligning with the sudden increase in the Black population. However, 2022 saw a significant drop in median income to $49,204, returning to levels similar to a decade ago. This decline coincides with a more balanced distribution between Hispanic and Black populations, both at 43%.
The demographic shifts in Fieldcrest reflect broader trends seen in many urban areas across the United States, where increasing diversity and changing racial compositions are common. The rapid increase in the Black population between 2019 and 2020 is particularly noteworthy and may be related to broader migration patterns or local economic factors.
The median income volatility, especially the recent decline, could be indicative of national economic challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic and its aftermath. However, the neighborhood's income levels have generally remained above the federal poverty line, suggesting a working-class to lower-middle-class economic profile.
The transition from a community with a significant White population to one dominated by Hispanic and Black residents mirrors trends seen in many suburban areas of major cities, where demographic diversity is increasing. This shift in Fieldcrest may be indicative of changing housing preferences, job opportunities, or community development initiatives in the broader Avondale area.
Fieldcrest exemplifies a neighborhood in transition, both demographically and economically. Its evolution from a Hispanic Plurality to a Majority-Minority community with significant Hispanic and Black populations represents a microcosm of broader demographic shifts occurring across the United States. The economic fluctuations, particularly the recent downturn, suggest ongoing challenges that may require targeted community development efforts to ensure stability and growth for all residents.
