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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Southridge, a neighborhood in Denton, Texas, exhibits a White Majority demographic composition with moderate diversity as of 2022. The white population constitutes 63% of the neighborhood, with Hispanic (17%) and Black (13%) communities representing significant portions. Over the past decade, Southridge has transitioned from a more homogeneous community to one with increasing diversity. The neighborhood has experienced economic growth, with the median income rising from $67,760 in 2013 to $79,481 in 2022.
In 2013, Southridge was categorized as a White Majority community with relatively Low Diversity. The white population comprised 66% of the total, with Hispanic (21%) and Black (8%) being the next largest groups. Between 2019 and 2022, significant changes occurred: the white population decreased from 70% to 63%, the Black population doubled from 6% to 13%, the Asian population declined from a peak of 6% in 2017 to 1% in 2022, and the Hispanic population remained relatively stable at 15-17%. These shifts indicate a Transitional Community with increasing representation from minority groups.
The demographic changes correlate with economic trends. The median income rose steadily from $67,760 in 2013 to a peak of $87,068 in 2021, before declining to $79,481 in 2022. The population grew from 6,281 in 2013 to a peak of 7,176 in 2019, then decreased to 5,909 in 2022. The initial increase in diversity coincided with rising median incomes, suggesting that economic opportunities may have attracted a more diverse population. The recent decline in both population and median income (2020-2022) occurred simultaneously with the most rapid increase in diversity, particularly the growth of the Black population.
The demographic shifts in Southridge reflect broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas. Many U.S. suburbs have experienced similar transitions from predominantly white communities to more diverse neighborhoods over the past decade. The economic growth seen in Southridge aligns with the general economic recovery and expansion following the 2008 recession, which many similar communities experienced.
The recent decline in population and slight decrease in median income (2020-2022) may be attributed to broader national events such as the COVID-19 pandemic, which caused significant demographic and economic shifts across many U.S. communities.
Southridge exemplifies a community in transition, moving from Low Diversity to Moderate Diversity while maintaining a White Majority status. These changes, coupled with overall economic growth, suggest a neighborhood adapting to broader societal shifts and potentially becoming more attractive to a diverse range of residents. The recent economic and population declines warrant continued observation to determine if they represent a temporary fluctuation or the beginning of a new trend.
