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Demographic and Racial Composition in Superstition Springs: A Study of Neighborhood Evolution
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Superstition Springs, a neighborhood in Mesa, Arizona, currently presents as a White Majority community with Moderate Diversity. As of 2022, the white population comprises 72% of the residents, with a Hispanic presence at 16%. The neighborhood has experienced economic growth, with the median income rising from $69,231 in 2013 to $83,048 in 2022. Superstition Springs is located near the Superstition Springs Center, a major shopping mall that serves as a commercial hub for the area.
Over the past decade, Superstition Springs has maintained its status as a White Majority community, but with evolving diversity. In 2013, the neighborhood had Low Diversity, with the white population at 79% and minimal representation from other groups. By 2022, it transitioned to Moderate Diversity, with increased representation from Hispanic (16%), Asian (4%), and multiracial (4%) groups.
This shift suggests a Transitional Community trend, evident in the growth of the Hispanic population from 11% in 2013 to 16% in 2022, and the Asian population from 1% to 4% over the same period. The increase in residents identifying as two or more races, from 1% to 4%, further supports this transition towards greater diversity.
The demographic shifts in Superstition Springs correlate with economic changes. The median income has shown an upward trend, increasing by about 20% from $69,231 in 2013 to $83,048 in 2022. This economic growth may have attracted a more diverse population, particularly skilled professionals from various ethnic backgrounds.
There was a spike in median income to $91,853 in 2021, followed by a decrease to $83,048 in 2022. This fluctuation could be related to broader economic factors such as the COVID-19 pandemic and its aftermath, potentially affecting employment and income levels in the area.
The population has remained relatively stable over the decade, fluctuating between 10,000 and 11,000 residents. This stability, combined with increasing diversity and rising incomes, suggests a gradual transformation of the existing community rather than rapid population growth or turnover.
The trends observed in Superstition Springs align with patterns seen in many suburban areas across the United States. The gradual increase in diversity, particularly growth in Hispanic and Asian populations, mirrors national demographic shifts. The economic growth in the neighborhood outpaces the national average, with the median household income in the U.S. increasing from about $52,250 in 2013 to $70,784 in 2021.
The stability of the white majority in Superstition Springs, while decreasing slightly, contrasts with more rapid diversification seen in some other suburban areas across the country. This could be due to the neighborhood's specific characteristics, such as its established nature or the types of housing and amenities available.
The economic resilience of Superstition Springs, particularly through the challenges of the past few years, suggests a robust local economy. This could be partly attributed to its proximity to the Superstition Springs Center, which likely provides a stable source of employment and economic activity for the area.
Superstition Springs exemplifies a gradual transition from a predominantly white, economically stable suburb to a more diverse, affluent community. This evolution reflects broader national trends of increasing suburban diversity and economic growth, while maintaining its unique local character.
