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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Los Gatos, a town in California, exhibits characteristics of a "White Majority" community with a high median income. As of 2022, the white population is 66%, a decrease from 77% in 2013. The town's median income is $167,622 in 2022, indicating an affluent community.
Los Gatos has been transitioning from a "Low Diversity" community towards "Moderate Diversity" over the past decade. In 2013, the white population was 77%, close to the "Low Diversity" threshold of 75%. By 2022, this percentage dropped to 66%, while Asian representation increased from 12% to 19%, and Hispanic representation rose from 6% to 9%.
The town shows signs of becoming a "Transitional Community," with consistent growth in the Asian population and an increase in residents identifying as two or more races from 3% to 5% over the decade.
The median income has grown from $155,889 in 2013 to $167,622 in 2022, with a peak of $176,459 in 2021. This economic prosperity correlates with increasing diversity, suggesting a link between growing diversity and high-skilled, high-income immigrants, particularly in the Asian demographic.
The population has grown steadily from 39,146 in 2013 to 42,589 in 2022, indicating the town's increasing attractiveness as a residential area.
Los Gatos' trends align with patterns seen in affluent suburbs of major tech hubs, particularly in California. The increasing Asian population and high median income suggest similarities to other Silicon Valley communities that have seen an influx of tech workers over the past decade.
Based on observed trends, Los Gatos is likely to continue its transition towards greater diversity. If current trends persist, Los Gatos may shift from a "White Majority" to a "Moderate Diversity" category within the next 5-10 years. The Asian population may continue to grow, potentially reaching or exceeding 25% of the population.
Economically, the town is likely to maintain its high-income status, with potential for further increases in median income as it attracts more high-skilled professionals. This could lead to increased housing costs and potential socioeconomic disparities.
Los Gatos represents a community in transition, moving from a predominantly white, affluent suburb to a more diverse, yet still wealthy area. This shift reflects broader demographic changes in high-tech regions of California and presents both opportunities and challenges for community cohesion and economic equity in the coming years.