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Demographic Analysis of Rillito Neighborhood: Transition from White Majority to Increasing Diversity
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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 Rillito neighborhood in Tucson, Arizona, has transitioned from a "White Majority" to "Moderate Diversity" with a White Plurality between 2013 and 2022. As of 2022, the neighborhood has a population of 1,936 and a median income of $71,812. The white population decreased from 68% in 2013 to 49% in 2022.
The Hispanic population experienced significant growth, increasing from 26% in 2013 to 39% in 2022. This trend suggests that Rillito could be categorized as a "Transitional Community" with increasing Hispanic representation. The Asian population grew from 2% to 3%, while the Black population remained relatively stable at 2-4%. The category of "Two or More Races" increased from 0% to 6%.
The demographic shifts in Rillito have been accompanied by economic changes. The median income rose from $45,834 in 2013 to $71,812 in 2022, an increase of about 57%. The population fluctuated over the years, starting at 1,845 in 2013, peaking at 2,198 in 2021, and settling at 1,936 in 2022.
The demographic shifts observed in Rillito align with broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban and urban areas. The growth of the Hispanic population reflects larger demographic changes occurring across the Southwestern United States. The significant increase in median income outpaces national averages for the same period.
The transition from a White Majority to a more diverse community with a White Plurality is a pattern seen in many evolving neighborhoods across the United States. The increase in residents identifying as Two or More Races aligns with national trends, reflecting growing multiracial populations and changing patterns of racial identification.
Rillito presents a case study of a neighborhood in transition, moving from low to moderate diversity while experiencing significant economic growth. These changes likely have implications for local businesses, schools, and community services, which may need to adapt to serve a more diverse population with changing needs and preferences.
