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Demographic Analysis of Golden Hills: White Majority and Emerging Diversity
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Golden Hills neighborhood in Mesa, Arizona, maintains a White Majority demographic composition with a median income of $59,456 as of 2022. This community has maintained a consistent racial makeup over the past decade, categorized as Low Diversity. The Asian population in Golden Hills has increased significantly in recent years, potentially indicating the beginning of a shift towards a more diverse community makeup.
From 2013 to 2022, Golden Hills has consistently maintained a White Majority status, with the white population representing over 70% of residents throughout this period. The Hispanic population, while remaining the second-largest group, has shown a slight decline from 20% in 2013 to 19% in 2022. The Asian population has increased from 0% in 2013 to 4% in 2022. The Black population has fluctuated, peaking at 5% in 2020 but settling at 2% by 2022. These changes suggest that while Golden Hills remains categorized as Low Diversity, it may be showing early signs of transitioning towards Moderate Diversity in the coming years if current trends continue.
The median income in Golden Hills has shown significant fluctuations over the past decade. From 2013 to 2019, the median income remained relatively stable, ranging from $45,000 to $49,000. A notable increase occurred between 2019 and 2021, with the median income rising from $49,548 to $67,013. However, 2022 saw a decrease to $59,456, still higher than pre-2020 levels.
These economic changes correlate with the demographic shifts. The period of income growth (2019-2021) coincides with an increase in the Asian population and a slight decrease in the Hispanic population. The overall income growth over the decade may have contributed to attracting a more diverse population, as seen in the gradual increases in Asian and Black residents.
The demographic changes in Golden Hills reflect broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas. However, the neighborhood's rate of diversification appears slower than many other U.S. suburbs. The economic fluctuations, particularly the sharp increase in median income from 2019 to 2021, may be partly attributed to national economic trends during the COVID-19 pandemic, including shifts in housing preferences and remote work opportunities.
The slight decrease in the Hispanic population, contrary to national trends of growing Hispanic populations in many areas, could be unique to this neighborhood and warrants further investigation into local factors.
While Golden Hills maintains its status as a White Majority, Low Diversity neighborhood, subtle demographic shifts and significant economic changes over the past decade suggest a community in the early stages of transition. The increasing Asian population and fluctuating income levels may indicate changing neighborhood dynamics that could lead to greater diversity and economic complexity in the future. Continued monitoring of these trends will be crucial for understanding the evolving character of Golden Hills and its place within the broader Mesa and Arizona context.
