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Demographic Analysis of Mission-Foothill Neighborhood: Hispanic Plurality and Growing Asian Population
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Mission-Foothill neighborhood in Hayward, California, exhibits a Moderate Diversity demographic profile as of 2022. The population comprises 38% Hispanic, 24% Asian, and 18% White residents. The neighborhood's median income in 2022 was $79,306, indicating a middle-class economic status. The area's proximity to California State University, East Bay likely influences its demographic composition and economic characteristics.
Over the past decade, Mission-Foothill has maintained a Moderate Diversity profile with notable shifts. In 2013, the neighborhood had a 40% Hispanic plurality, followed by 19% White and 17% Asian populations. By 2022, the Asian population increased to 24%, while the Hispanic population decreased slightly to 38%. The Black population remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 10-16% throughout the decade.
The median income in Mission-Foothill has shown volatility over the past decade. From 2013 to 2021, there was a general upward trend, with median income rising from $67,791 to a peak of $93,064 in 2021. However, 2022 saw a significant drop to $79,306. The period of increasing Asian population (2013-2022) generally aligns with the period of income growth, suggesting a possible influx of higher-income Asian residents.
The population has fluctuated over the years but shows an overall increase from 7,951 in 2013 to 8,555 in 2022. The population peak in 2021 (8,740) coincides with the highest median income, further supporting the idea of an influx of higher-income residents.
The demographic trends in Mission-Foothill reflect broader patterns seen in many California urban areas, particularly the growth of Asian populations and the gradual decrease in Hispanic pluralities. The economic volatility, especially the sharp drop in median income from 2021 to 2022, might be related to the broader economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent recovery.
The presence of California State University, East Bay likely contributes to the neighborhood's diversity and potentially to its economic fluctuations, as student populations can influence local demographics and housing markets. The moderate diversity of Mission-Foothill is characteristic of many Bay Area communities, which tend to be more diverse than the national average.
Mission-Foothill has maintained its status as a Moderately Diverse community over the past decade. It has experienced subtle shifts towards increased diversity, particularly with the growth of its Asian population. These demographic changes have occurred alongside significant economic fluctuations, highlighting the dynamic nature of this evolving urban neighborhood.
