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Demographic Analysis of Pomona Neighborhood: Low Diversity and White Majority
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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 Pomona neighborhood in Arvada, Colorado, is characterized as a Low Diversity area with a White Majority comprising 80% of the population as of 2022. The population has grown from 2,959 residents in 2010 to 3,495 in 2022. The median income increased from $77,212 in 2013 to $89,907 in 2022, indicating economic growth. Pomona is located near the Rocky Mountains, providing residents with access to outdoor activities.
From 2013 to 2022, Pomona maintained its status as a Low Diversity, White Majority community. The white population remained between 79% and 84% of the total population. Minor changes occurred in other racial groups: the Hispanic population fluctuated slightly, ending at 15% in 2022; the Asian community remained around 2-3%; and the Black population increased from 0% in 2013 to 2% in 2022. These changes suggest a slow trend towards increased diversity.
The economic trajectory of Pomona has been positive. The median income grew by 16.4% over nine years, outpacing inflation and suggesting real economic gains for residents. The peak median income was $98,009 in 2021, followed by a slight decrease in 2022. This economic growth coincided with subtle increases in diversity, particularly in Hispanic and Black populations, potentially indicating that the neighborhood's prosperity is attracting a slightly more diverse population.
Pomona's demographic composition differs from national trends, which show increasing diversity across many urban and suburban areas. While the U.S. has been moving towards greater racial diversity, Pomona has maintained its predominantly white character.
Economically, Pomona's median income growth aligns with broader trends of economic recovery and growth following the 2008 recession. The neighborhood's median income significantly exceeds the national median, indicating that Pomona is a relatively affluent area.
The steady population growth in Pomona, increasing by about 18% from 2010 to 2022, suggests that the neighborhood is attractive to new residents. This growth rate is higher than the national average of about 7.4% from 2010 to 2020.
Pomona remains a Low Diversity, White Majority community, but has experienced subtle shifts towards slightly increased diversity alongside significant economic growth. The neighborhood's ability to maintain high median incomes while slowly diversifying suggests a stable and prosperous community that may continue to attract a wider range of residents in the future.
