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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 76071: White Majority and Racial Composition Trends
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 76071 in Pecan Acres, Texas, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The area has a population of 3,418 and a median income of $63,040. This analysis examines the community's evolution over the past decade.
From 2013 to 2022, Pecan Acres maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority." The white population remained above 70% throughout this period, with minor fluctuations. The Hispanic population increased gradually from 13% in 2013 to 22% in 2022. There was a small increase in the Black population from negligible to 2% and in those identifying as two or more races from 1% to 2%.
The median income in Pecan Acres showed considerable volatility over the decade. From 2013 to 2015, there was a steady increase from $69,379 to $74,497. From 2016 to 2019, the area experienced a decline in median income, reaching a low of $65,936 in 2018. There was a significant jump in median income to $80,440 in 2020 and $85,457 in 2021, followed by a decline to $63,040 in 2022.
The economic fluctuations do not directly correlate with the gradual demographic shifts. The Hispanic population has grown steadily regardless of income changes, suggesting local economic factors may be more influential than demographic shifts in determining income levels.
The population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between about 3,300 and 3,800 residents over the decade. This stability suggests that subtle demographic shifts are occurring within a relatively constant population size.
The persistent "White Majority" status of Pecan Acres contrasts with broader trends in Texas, which is becoming increasingly diverse. The median income fluctuations, particularly the sharp decline in 2022, may reflect broader economic challenges faced by many communities in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. The gradual increase in Hispanic population aligns with broader trends across Texas and the United States.
Pecan Acres remains a "Low Diversity" area with a strong "White Majority," but there are signs of slow demographic shifts, primarily driven by growth in the Hispanic population. The area has experienced significant economic fluctuations that do not directly correlate with these demographic changes, suggesting local or regional economic factors play a more significant role in income levels. As the community continues to evolve, it will be important to monitor whether these gradual demographic shifts accelerate and how they might impact the local economy and community dynamics in the future.
