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Demographic and Economic Analysis of Palm Heights: A Predominantly Hispanic Neighborhood in San Antonio
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Palm Heights, a neighborhood in San Antonio, Texas, exhibits a Low Diversity demographic profile with a Hispanic Racial Majority. As of 2022, 93% of the population identifies as Hispanic. The neighborhood has experienced modest economic growth over the past decade, with median income rising from $33,193 in 2013 to $38,786 in 2022. Palm Heights is known for its Tejano culture and historic sites reflecting Mexican-American heritage.
Throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), Palm Heights has maintained its status as a Low Diversity community with a Hispanic Racial Majority. The Hispanic population has remained above 90% throughout this time, with slight fluctuations. There has been a minor increase in diversity in recent years, with the Black population growing from 0% to 2% between 2020 and 2022, and the White population consistently representing about 3-4% of the community.
The median income in Palm Heights has shown an overall upward trend, increasing from $33,193 in 2013 to $38,786 in 2022, representing a growth of about 16.8% over nine years. This growth has not been steady. There was a dip in median income between 2014 and 2016, reaching a low of $28,651 in 2016. Since then, the community has seen a gradual recovery and growth in income levels.
The population of Palm Heights has remained relatively stable over this period, fluctuating between about 18,000 and 21,000 residents. The peak population was observed in 2020 at 21,491, followed by a slight decline to 18,823 in 2022. This stability in population, combined with the overall increase in median income, suggests a gradual economic improvement for existing residents rather than significant demographic turnover.
The demographic profile of Palm Heights, with its strong Hispanic majority, is consistent with broader trends in San Antonio, which is known for its significant Hispanic population. However, the neighborhood's lack of diversity stands out even in this context, as San Antonio as a whole tends to have a more diverse mix including larger White and Black populations.
The modest income growth in Palm Heights, while positive, may not have kept pace with overall economic growth in the broader San Antonio area or Texas as a whole. The median household income for San Antonio in 2021 was reported to be around $55,000, significantly higher than Palm Heights' $42,463 for the same year. This suggests that while Palm Heights is experiencing some economic improvement, it may be lagging behind the broader urban area in terms of income growth.
Palm Heights presents a picture of a stable, predominantly Hispanic community experiencing gradual economic improvement. While there are hints of increasing diversity, the neighborhood remains characterized by its strong Hispanic cultural identity. The economic progress, though positive, indicates that there may be opportunities for further development and investment to bring Palm Heights more in line with the broader economic trends of San Antonio and Texas.
