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Demographic and Economic Analysis of South City Farms: Transition to Hispanic Majority Neighborhood
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
South City Farms in Sacramento, California, has evolved into a Hispanic Majority neighborhood with moderate diversity. As of 2022, the area's population consists of 58% Hispanic, 27% Asian, and 8% White residents. The neighborhood has experienced economic growth, with median income increasing from $26,952 in 2013 to $37,098 in 2022. The population size has remained stable at approximately 1,300 residents over the past decade.
Over the past ten years, South City Farms has transitioned from a Moderate Diversity community to a Hispanic Majority neighborhood. In 2013, the racial composition was more balanced with 40% Hispanic, 33% Asian, and 14% Black populations. By 2022, the Hispanic population had grown to 58%, establishing a clear majority. This shift can be categorized as a Transitional Community, with the Hispanic population showing a consistent upward trend from 40% in 2013 to 58% in 2022. The Asian population declined from 33% to 27%, and the Black population decreased from 14% to 5%.
The White population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 5-11% throughout the decade. Small but noticeable 'Two or More Races' and 'Other' categories have emerged in recent years, indicating a trend towards increasing diversity within the Hispanic majority context.
The demographic shifts in South City Farms correlate with an upward trend in median income. From 2013 to 2022, the median income increased by approximately 37.6%, from $26,952 to $37,098. This economic growth may be attributed to increased Hispanic representation in the workforce, possible gentrification effects, and overall economic improvements in the Sacramento area. A significant spike in median income to $46,317 occurred in 2021, followed by a return to the general trend in 2022.
The demographic shifts observed in South City Farms align with broader trends seen in many urban areas across the United States, particularly in California. The growth of the Hispanic population reflects the overall increase in Hispanic representation in California, which has become a plurality state with Hispanics as the largest ethnic group. The economic growth in South City Farms, while positive, still places the neighborhood below the California median household income, which was approximately $78,672 in 2021.
The stable population size of South City Farms, despite demographic shifts, is unusual compared to many urban neighborhoods experiencing rapid population growth or decline. This stability might indicate a strong sense of community and place attachment among residents, even as the racial composition changes. South City Farms exemplifies a neighborhood in transition, moving from moderate diversity to a Hispanic majority while experiencing gradual economic improvement. These changes reflect broader demographic shifts in California and the United States, highlighting the dynamic nature of urban communities and the complex interplay between racial composition and economic development.
