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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Senda Nueva, a neighborhood in Davis, California, currently exhibits a Moderate Diversity profile with an Asian plurality (36%) and a substantial White population (41%) as of 2022. The neighborhood has experienced demographic and economic shifts over the past decade. Senda Nueva is known for its commitment to sustainable living practices, reflecting Davis's reputation as an environmentally conscious city.
In 2013, Senda Nueva started as a neighborhood with an Asian Plurality (43%) and a significant White population (41%). Over the years, it transitioned through various stages of diversity. From 2014-2016, the neighborhood shifted to a White Plurality, with the Asian population decreasing and the White population increasing. From 2017-2019, the community maintained a White Plurality but saw increasing representation from Hispanic and other minority groups, moving towards Moderate Diversity. From 2020-2022, the neighborhood stabilized into a Moderate Diversity profile, with Asian and White populations being the two largest groups, but neither exceeding 50%. This evolution suggests a Transitional Community, with increasing representation from various racial groups over time.
The median income in Senda Nueva has shown significant fluctuations. From 2013-2017, there was a downward trend from $46,257 to $30,101, coinciding with the shift from Asian Plurality to White Plurality. From 2018-2021, there was a dramatic increase from $45,898 to $98,190, correlating with the transition to Moderate Diversity. In 2022, there was a slight decrease to $72,759, still maintaining a higher level than the early 2010s. These economic changes suggest that the increasing diversity in the neighborhood has been accompanied by overall economic growth, particularly in recent years.
The demographic shifts in Senda Nueva reflect broader trends in California and the United States, where many communities are becoming more diverse. The substantial Asian population in Senda Nueva is characteristic of many university-adjacent neighborhoods in California, given the high representation of Asian students and professionals in higher education.
The economic fluctuations, particularly the sharp increase in median income from 2018 to 2021, may be related to broader economic trends in the tech industry and the Bay Area's influence on surrounding regions. However, the specific causes would require further investigation into local economic factors.
The population has remained relatively stable over the decade, hovering around 1,600-2,000 residents, suggesting that the neighborhood has maintained its character while undergoing demographic and economic changes.
Senda Nueva has evolved from a neighborhood with a clear Asian Plurality to a more diverse community with stronger economic indicators. This transition reflects broader societal trends towards increased diversity and economic dynamism in university towns and areas influenced by California's tech economy.