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Demographic Analysis of Glendale, Los Angeles: Transition from White Majority to Increasing Diversity
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Glendale neighborhood in Los Angeles, California, exhibits a Moderate Diversity profile with a White Plurality as of 2022. The white population constitutes 50% of the community, while Hispanic and Asian populations represent 33% and 8% respectively. The neighborhood's median income in 2022 was $77,143, indicating a relatively affluent area. Glendale is notable for its significant Armenian-American community.
Over the past decade, Glendale has transitioned from a White Majority community to one of Moderate Diversity. In 2013, the neighborhood had a White Majority at 51%. By 2019, it had shifted to a Majority-Minority status, with the white population decreasing to 42% and the Hispanic population increasing to 40%. In 2022, there was a slight reversal, with the white population increasing to 50%, restoring a White Plurality.
The Hispanic population has shown the most significant growth, increasing from 29% in 2013 to a peak of 40% in 2019, before declining to 33% in 2022. The Asian population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 7-12% over the decade. These shifts suggest a Transitional Community, with the Hispanic population gaining significant representation, although the most recent data indicates a potential stabilization or slight reversal of this trend.
The median income in Glendale has shown overall growth, rising from $72,165 in 2013 to $77,143 in 2022, with a peak of $83,936 in 2017. This economic improvement coincides with the period of increasing diversity, suggesting that the demographic shifts may be linked to economic opportunities attracting a more diverse population. The slight reversal in diversity trends in 2022 corresponds with a dip in median income from its peak, potentially indicating that economic factors may be influencing the demographic composition.
The demographic shifts in Glendale mirror broader trends seen in many urban areas across the United States, where increasing diversity and gentrification often occur simultaneously. The growth of the Hispanic population aligns with national trends of increasing Hispanic representation in urban areas. However, the recent slight reversal of this trend, with an increase in the white population percentage, is somewhat atypical and may be unique to Glendale or similar affluent urban neighborhoods.
The neighborhood's median income, consistently above $70,000 throughout the decade, places it well above the national median household income. This suggests that Glendale remains an attractive area for middle to upper-middle-class residents, potentially influencing its demographic composition. Glendale exemplifies a dynamic urban neighborhood experiencing significant demographic shifts while maintaining economic stability. The interplay between racial diversity and economic factors presents a complex picture of urban evolution, reflecting both local specificities and broader national trends in demographic change and economic development.
