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Demographic Analysis of Temple Terrace, Florida: A Study of Racial Composition from 2013 to 2022
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Temple Terrace, Florida, transitioned from a "White Majority" community to a "Moderate Diversity" community between 2013 and 2022. No single racial group constituted a majority by 2022. The city's demographic composition changed significantly over the past decade. The median income in Temple Terrace was $58,591 in 2022, with a population of 35,494.
In 2013, Temple Terrace had a "White Majority" with 56% of the population identifying as white. The city's demographic categorization changed over the decade. From 2013 to 2016, it remained a "White Majority" (54-56% white). In 2017, it became a "White Plurality" (51% white). From 2018 to 2022, it was categorized as "Moderate Diversity".
By 2022, the white population decreased to 46%, while Hispanic and Black populations increased to 22% and 20% respectively. This change indicates a trend towards a more diverse community. The median income in Temple Terrace increased from $48,559 in 2013 to $58,591 in 2022, a 20.7% increase. The peak median income of $60,773 occurred in 2019, coinciding with the period of highest diversity.
The population grew modestly from 35,136 in 2013 to 35,494 in 2022, suggesting the city maintained its attractiveness to new residents during demographic changes. The trends observed in Temple Terrace align with patterns seen in many American cities, where increasing diversity often accompanies economic growth.
Based on observed trends, Temple Terrace is likely to continue its trajectory towards increased diversity. The city may transition into a "High Diversity" category in the near future. If current trends continue, the Hispanic population may become the largest group, though likely not reaching majority status. The Asian population may continue to grow. The Black population percentage may stabilize or slightly decrease. The white population percentage may further decrease, potentially dropping below 40%.
Economically, if the correlation between increasing diversity and rising median income persists, modest economic growth might be expected. However, this will depend on broader economic factors and the city's ability to leverage its increasing diversity for economic advantage. Temple Terrace appears to be transitioning towards a highly diverse, economically stable community. This transition presents opportunities and challenges as the city adapts to its changing demographic landscape.
