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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 78258: Transition from White Majority to Moderate Diversity
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 78258 in San Antonio, Texas, is classified as a "Moderate Diversity" community with a "White Plurality" as of 2022. The area has a population of 48,312 and a median income of $108,675. The white population is the largest at 46%, followed by the Hispanic population at 39%.
Over the past decade, this zip code has transitioned from a "White Majority" community to one of "Moderate Diversity" with a "White Plurality." In 2013, the white population comprised 57% of the total, meeting the criteria for a "Racial Majority." By 2022, this percentage had decreased to 46%. The Hispanic population has shown the most significant growth, increasing from 30% in 2013 to 39% in 2022.
The Asian population has increased from 6% to 8% over the decade, while the Black population has remained relatively stable at around 4%. The percentage of individuals identifying as two or more races has grown from 1% to 3%. As the community has become more diverse, there has been a decline in median income from $129,859 in 2013 to $108,675 in 2022, a drop of about 16%.
Despite the decrease in median income, the area remains relatively affluent compared to national averages. The population has grown from 43,385 in 2013 to 48,312 in 2022, indicating continued attraction of new residents.
The demographic shifts observed in this zip code align with broader trends seen in many suburban areas across the United States. Many formerly predominantly white suburbs are experiencing increased racial and ethnic diversity, often driven by growth in Hispanic and Asian populations.
The decline in median income should be considered in the context of the area's still-high income levels. This trend might reflect broader economic changes, such as shifts in local industries or changes in the types of jobs available in the area.
The growing diversity in this affluent suburb reflects a national trend of increasing suburban diversity, challenging the traditional notion of American suburbs as predominantly white, high-income enclaves. This zip code appears to be following a pattern of "suburban diversification" seen in many metropolitan areas across the country.
Zip code 78258 in San Antonio is undergoing a significant demographic transition, evolving from a "White Majority" community to one of "Moderate Diversity" with a "White Plurality." This shift is primarily driven by growth in the Hispanic population. While the area has experienced some economic changes, including a decrease in median income, it remains an affluent community with a growing population, reflecting broader national trends of suburban diversification and demographic change.
