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Demographic Analysis of Fiesta Neighborhood in Mesa, Arizona: A Study of Racial Composition and Income Trends
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Fiesta neighborhood in Mesa, Arizona, is classified as a Majority-Minority community with Moderate Diversity. As of 2022, the Hispanic population comprises 47% of the community, followed by the White population at 31%. The neighborhood has undergone significant demographic changes over the past decade, accompanied by fluctuations in median income.
From 2013 to 2022, Fiesta transitioned from a White Plurality to a Majority-Minority community. The Hispanic population briefly achieved majority status at 54% in 2018, but decreased to 47% by 2022, maintaining a Hispanic Plurality. The neighborhood has shown a trend towards increased diversity, particularly in the growth of the "Two or More Races" category, which rose from 2% in 2013 to 12% in 2022.
The Asian population in Fiesta experienced volatility, increasing from 5% in 2013 to 11% in 2015, but then declining to 1% by 2022. The median income has shown significant fluctuations, peaking at $42,128 in 2013 and reaching a low of $31,233 in 2018. After a period of decline, median income showed signs of recovery in 2021, rising to $40,924, before dropping again in 2022.
The neighborhood has experienced steady population growth, increasing from 2,630 in 2010 to 3,698 in 2022, a 40% increase. This growth, combined with changing racial compositions, indicates ongoing demographic and economic dynamism in the area.
The demographic shifts in Fiesta align with broader national trends of increasing diversity in urban areas. The growth in the Hispanic population and the rise in multiracial identification correspond with national patterns observed in the 2020 Census. However, the neighborhood's income volatility appears more pronounced than national averages, potentially indicating local economic factors at play.
The transition to a Majority-Minority status reflects similar changes in many American cities, particularly in the Southwest. The fluctuating Asian population differs from the generally stable or increasing Asian populations seen in many urban areas nationally.
Fiesta exemplifies a neighborhood in transition, moving towards greater diversity while experiencing economic challenges. These demographic and economic shifts likely influence local community dynamics, potentially necessitating adaptive strategies in areas such as education, housing, and community services to meet the evolving needs of its diverse population.
