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Demographic Analysis of Leisure World: A Predominantly White Neighborhood with Growing Hispanic Presence
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Leisure World in Mesa, Arizona, is classified as a "Low Diversity" neighborhood with a White Majority. As of 2022, the white population constitutes 84% of the neighborhood, while the Hispanic population accounts for 14%. The median income in 2022 was $56,784. Leisure World is an age-restricted community for adults 55 and older.
Over the past decade, Leisure World has maintained its status as a White Majority community. The neighborhood has consistently remained in the "Low Diversity" category, with the white population never falling below 77%. The Hispanic population has shown the most significant growth, increasing from 5% in 2013 to 14% in 2022. The black population temporarily increased to 5% in 2017-2019 before declining to 1% in 2022. The presence of Asian and other minority groups has remained minimal throughout the decade.
The median income in Leisure World has grown overall, with some fluctuations. It increased from $47,495 in 2013 to $56,784 in 2022, representing a 19.6% increase over nine years. A notable spike occurred in 2021, with median income reaching $67,856, before returning to a more consistent trend line in 2022. The population has fluctuated between 5,597 (2015) and 7,121 (2020), suggesting some turnover in residents.
Leisure World's demographic trends differ somewhat from broader national patterns. The community's diversification has been more gradual, likely due to its status as a retirement community. The income growth in Leisure World generally aligns with national trends of increasing median incomes, particularly among older Americans. The increase in the Hispanic population, while significant for Leisure World, mirrors broader demographic shifts in Arizona and the Southwest U.S.
Leisure World remains a predominantly white, middle-class community, but shows signs of slow but steady diversification, particularly with the growth of its Hispanic population. The community's unique status as an age-restricted neighborhood likely contributes to its distinct demographic profile and more gradual changes compared to broader national trends. The economic stability and growth reflected in the median income figures suggest that Leisure World continues to attract and retain middle-class retirees, while slowly becoming more diverse over time.
