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Demographic Analysis of First Addition: Low Diversity and White Majority in a Pacific Grove Neighborhood
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
First Addition, a neighborhood in Pacific Grove, California, maintains a Low Diversity demographic profile with a White Majority of 86% as of 2022. The neighborhood's population increased from 563 residents in 2010 to 732 in 2022. The median income in 2022 was $76,347. First Addition is known for its proximity to the Monterey Bay Aquarium and Victorian-era architecture.
Throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), First Addition consistently maintained a Low Diversity profile with a White Majority. The White population percentage ranged from 80% to 86%. Asian representation increased from 3% in 2013 to 8% in 2022. The Hispanic population fluctuated, peaking at 14% in 2015 but declining to 2% by 2022. Other racial groups maintained minimal representation throughout the period.
The median income in First Addition showed volatility over the past decade. From 2013 to 2021, there was a general upward trend, rising from $79,269 to $103,080. In 2022, it dropped to $76,347, the lowest in the recorded period. Population growth was steady, increasing by about 30% from 2013 to 2022.
First Addition's demographic profile contrasts with broader trends in California, which is known for its increasing diversity. While California has become a Majority-Minority state, First Addition maintains its White Majority status. This could be attributed to its character as a smaller, historically established neighborhood in a coastal city.
The economic volatility, particularly the sharp decline in 2022, may reflect broader economic challenges faced by many communities in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the extent of this decline seems more pronounced in First Addition compared to state-wide trends, suggesting local factors may be at play.
In conclusion, First Addition has maintained its Low Diversity status over the past decade. Subtle shifts in its racial composition and significant fluctuations in median income indicate a neighborhood experiencing gradual change within its established demographic framework. These changes will likely shape the community's development in the coming years.
