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Demographic Analysis of Valley College Neighborhood: Hispanic Majority and Racial Composition
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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 Valley College neighborhood in San Bernardino, California, is characterized as a Hispanic Majority community with low diversity. As of 2022, the Hispanic population comprises 87% of the neighborhood. The median income in 2022 was $48,900, below the national median. The neighborhood's proximity to San Bernardino Valley College likely influences local demographics and economy.
Over the past decade, Valley College has maintained its status as a Hispanic Majority community. From 2013 to 2019, the neighborhood showed signs of moving towards Moderate Diversity, with the Hispanic population decreasing from 85% to 80%, and increases in Asian, Black, and White populations. Post-2020, this trend reversed, with the Hispanic population increasing to 87% by 2022, solidifying its Hispanic Majority status and moving towards Low Diversity. The Black population has seen the most significant change among non-Hispanic groups, increasing from 1% in 2013 to 5% in 2022.
The median income in Valley College has shown an overall upward trend with fluctuations. From 2013 to 2019, there was a significant increase in median income from $41,776 to $51,277, coinciding with the period of slightly increasing diversity. Post-2019, there was a slight decline and then stabilization of median income, settling at $48,900 in 2022. The population has remained relatively stable over the decade, with a slight increase from 6,949 in 2013 to 8,951 in 2022.
The demographic trends in Valley College reflect broader patterns seen in many California cities with historically large Hispanic populations. The slight increase in diversity from 2013 to 2019 aligns with national trends of increasing diversity in urban areas. The reversal of this trend post-2020 may be unique to this neighborhood or reflect localized demographic shifts.
The economic growth observed until 2019 is consistent with the general economic recovery following the 2008 recession. The subsequent plateau and slight decline in median income post-2019 could be attributed to the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, which affected many communities nationwide.
The persistent Hispanic majority in Valley College, despite some fluctuations, indicates a strong cultural presence that has likely shaped local businesses, community services, and social dynamics. The gradual increase in the Black population, while still a small percentage, suggests a slow but steady diversification that could lead to more multicultural influences in the future.
Valley College remains a predominantly Hispanic neighborhood with relatively low diversity. It has experienced subtle demographic shifts and economic fluctuations over the past decade. These changes reflect the dynamic nature of urban communities and their responsiveness to broader socio-economic trends.
