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Demographic and Racial Composition Analysis of Citrus Grove Neighborhood, Glendale, California
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Citrus Grove, a neighborhood in Glendale, California, is characterized as a White Majority community with moderate diversity as of 2022. The white population comprises 65% of residents, with Hispanic (18%) and Asian (13%) populations forming significant minorities. Over the past decade, the neighborhood has experienced changes in its demographic composition and economic status. Citrus Grove's history is rooted in citrus orchards, which have largely been replaced by residential development but continue to influence the area's character through street names and local parks.
From 2013 to 2022, Citrus Grove maintained its White Majority status while transitioning from Low Diversity to Moderate Diversity. In 2013, the white population was 67%, with Asian (14%) and Hispanic (15%) groups representing the other significant populations. By 2022, the community had diversified, with the white population decreasing slightly to 65%, and increases in Hispanic (18%) and Asian (13%) populations. The most notable shift occurred between 2013 and 2016, when the Asian population increased from 14% to 17%, and the Hispanic population grew from 15% to 19%.
The demographic shifts in Citrus Grove correlate with changes in median income. In 2013, when the community was less diverse, the median income was $45,752. As diversity increased, there was an initial decline in median income, reaching $40,440 in 2015. However, as the community stabilized in its Moderate Diversity status, median income rose steadily, peaking at $59,689 in 2021 before declining slightly to $52,328 in 2022. This trend suggests that the initial influx of diverse populations may have temporarily lowered median incomes, possibly due to new immigrants or younger families moving into the area. As these populations established themselves, the overall economic status of the neighborhood improved significantly.
Population figures indicate a gradual decline from a peak of 18,548 in 2015 to 15,748 in 2022. This decline coincides with the period of increasing diversity and rising median incomes, suggesting a possible gentrification process where some lower-income residents may have been displaced as the neighborhood became more economically prosperous.
The demographic shifts in Citrus Grove reflect broader trends seen in many urban areas across California and the United States. The increase in Asian and Hispanic populations is consistent with national immigration patterns and the growing diversity of American suburbs. The economic trajectory – initial decline followed by significant growth in median income – is typical of neighborhoods undergoing demographic transitions and potential gentrification.
Citrus Grove's maintenance of a White Majority status, despite increasing diversity, differentiates it from many urban neighborhoods that have transitioned to Majority-Minority status over the same period. This suggests that Citrus Grove is becoming more diverse at a more gradual pace than some other urban areas, potentially allowing for a more stable integration of new populations without dramatic shifts in community character.
The recent decline in population, coupled with rising incomes, may indicate a trend towards smaller household sizes and higher property values. This could present challenges for maintaining affordability and inclusivity in the future. Local policymakers may need to consider measures to ensure housing accessibility for a diverse range of residents to maintain the neighborhood's evolving multicultural character.
