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Demographic and Racial Analysis of Foothill Boulevard Corridor, La Verne: White Plurality and Moderate Diversity
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Foothill Boulevard Corridor in La Verne, California, exhibits a Moderate Diversity demographic profile with a White Plurality. As of 2022, the white population represents 46% of the community, followed by a Hispanic presence at 37%. The neighborhood's median income of $82,181 in 2022 indicates a relatively affluent area. The corridor is characterized by a mix of residential and commercial properties, with Foothill Boulevard serving as a major thoroughfare connecting several cities in the San Gabriel Valley.
Over the past decade, the Foothill Boulevard Corridor has maintained its Moderate Diversity status, but with some shifts. In 2013, the area was closer to a White Majority (44% white) but has since transitioned to a more pronounced White Plurality. The Hispanic population has remained relatively stable, ranging from 36-38% throughout the period. There has been a slight decrease in the Asian population from 11% in 2013 to 8% in 2022, while the Black population has remained consistent at around 3%.
The most significant change has been the increase in the "Two or More Races" category, increasing from 2% to 5% in 2022, potentially indicating a trend towards increased interracial relationships or more complex racial identities in the community.
The median income in the Foothill Boulevard Corridor has shown overall growth, increasing from $75,354 in 2013 to $82,181 in 2022, representing a 9% increase over the decade. This growth has not been linear. There was a decrease in 2015 to $68,788, followed by a recovery and growth to a peak of $85,211 in 2021.
These economic shifts correlate with the demographic changes. As the community has become slightly more diverse, with increases in the Hispanic population and those identifying as two or more races, the median income has generally trended upward. This suggests that the increasing diversity has not negatively impacted the economic status of the area and may have contributed to its economic resilience.
The demographic shifts in the Foothill Boulevard Corridor reflect broader trends seen in many suburban areas of California, where increasing diversity is becoming common. The growth in the Hispanic population and those identifying as two or more races aligns with statewide demographic trends.
The economic growth in this neighborhood outpaces the national average, which saw median household income grow from $52,250 in 2013 to $70,784 in 2021, a 35% increase. The Foothill Boulevard Corridor's median income in 2021 was $85,211, higher than the national figure, indicating that this area remains relatively affluent within the broader context.
The stability of the racial composition, combined with steady economic growth, suggests that the Foothill Boulevard Corridor has integrated demographic changes while maintaining its economic strength. This evolution could be seen as a model for other communities navigating similar demographic shifts.
