Loading Content...
Demographic and Racial Composition of Joaquin Miller Park, Oakland: A White Majority Neighborhood
CATEGORY
Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Loading Content...
Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Joaquin Miller Park in Oakland, California, is characterized as a White Majority neighborhood, with the white population comprising 67% of residents in 2022. The area has a high median income of $149,596 as of 2022. This affluent neighborhood is located within Oakland's urban landscape and is known for its expansive parkland and views of the San Francisco Bay.
Over the past decade, Joaquin Miller Park has maintained its status as a White Majority community, although subtle shifts towards increased diversity have occurred. The white population decreased from 71% in 2013 to 67% in 2022. The Asian population remained relatively stable between 14-18% throughout the decade. The "Two or More Races" category increased from 3% in 2013 to 10% in 2022. The Hispanic population decreased from 8% to 3%, while the Black population increased slightly from 1% to 2-3%.
The neighborhood has experienced significant economic growth alongside its demographic shifts. Median income increased from $124,765 in 2013 to $149,596 in 2022, a 20% increase. There was a spike in median income to $170,443 in 2021, followed by a decrease in 2022. The population grew from 3,443 in 2013 to 3,924 in 2022, a 14% increase.
The rising incomes and growing population suggest increased desirability of the neighborhood, potentially driving some of the observed demographic changes. The increasing diversity, particularly in the Asian and mixed-race categories, correlates with the rising median income, possibly indicating an influx of high-earning professionals from diverse backgrounds.
Joaquin Miller Park stands out as a predominantly white, high-income enclave within Oakland. The neighborhood's demographic composition and high median income align more closely with affluent suburbs than with the overall demographics of Oakland, which has a more diverse population mix and lower median household income.
The gradual increase in diversity in Joaquin Miller Park mirrors broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban and high-income areas. However, the pace of change in this neighborhood appears slower than national averages, possibly due to high property values and limited housing stock that may create barriers to entry for more diverse populations.
The economic growth in the area outpaces both state and national averages, indicating that Joaquin Miller Park remains an attractive location for high-earning households. This economic strength, combined with the slow but steady increase in diversity, suggests that the neighborhood may continue to evolve towards greater inclusivity while maintaining its status as an affluent community within Oakland.
