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Demographic Analysis of Orange, Texas: Racial Composition and Trends
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Orange, Texas, with a population of 27,331 in 2022, exhibits moderate diversity with a white majority. The racial composition consists of 64% white residents, 22% black residents, and 10% Hispanic residents. The median income of $64,376 in 2022 indicates a middle-class economic profile.
Over the past decade, Orange has transitioned from low to moderate diversity. From 2013 to 2022, the white population decreased from 69% to 64%, while the Hispanic population increased from 4% to 10%. The Asian population remained stable at 1-2%, and those identifying as two or more races increased from 0% to 3%. This shift demonstrates a trend towards increased diversity.
Economically, Orange has experienced growth. The median income rose from $55,420 in 2013 to $64,376 in 2022, a 16% increase. This growth was not linear, with fluctuations including a dip to $51,370 in 2015 before a steady climb. The population grew modestly from 26,458 in 2013 to 27,331 in 2022, indicating a stable, slightly growing community.
The economic growth appears to correlate with increasing diversity, potentially suggesting that diversification has been accompanied by economic opportunities attracting new residents.
The trends in Orange align with broader national patterns of increasing diversity in suburban and small urban areas. The growth in Hispanic population and multiracial identification reflects national demographic shifts observed in the 2020 Census data.
Based on observed trends, Orange is projected to continue increasing in diversity. Predictions suggest a potential transition to a "Transitional Community" category within the next 5-10 years, particularly if growth in Hispanic and multiracial populations continues. The city may approach, but likely not reach, majority-minority status in the near term. Continued economic growth is anticipated, potentially reaching a median income of $70,000-$75,000 by 2030 if current trends persist. A gradual increase in population, potentially reaching 29,000-30,000 by 2030, is also predicted.
These projections indicate that Orange is likely to evolve into a more diverse, economically robust community, potentially attracting more diverse businesses and cultural amenities. However, this transition may also bring challenges in terms of community integration and potential socio-economic disparities that often accompany rapid demographic shifts.
