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Demographic and Racial Composition of the Wooded Area Neighborhood in San Diego
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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 Wooded Area neighborhood in San Diego, California, exhibits a demographic profile characterized by low diversity and high affluence as of 2022. It is categorized as "Low Diversity" with a White majority comprising 74% of the population. The neighborhood has a median income of $149,762, placing it among the most affluent areas in San Diego. The Wooded Area is known for its tree-lined streets and spacious properties, contributing to its desirability among high-income residents.
Over the past decade, the Wooded Area has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" neighborhood. The White population has remained the dominant racial group, fluctuating between 74% and 78% from 2013 to 2022. There have been subtle shifts in other racial categories. The Hispanic population increased slightly from 12% in 2013 to 14% in 2022. The Asian population grew from 4% in 2013 to 6% in 2022. The Black population remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 2% and 4% throughout the decade.
The Wooded Area has experienced significant economic growth over the past decade. Median income rose from $142,198 in 2013 to $149,762 in 2022, an increase of about 5.3%. The neighborhood saw peak median income in 2021 at $173,527, before a slight decline in 2022. Population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 4,500 and 5,000 residents.
The consistent high income levels correlate with the maintained White majority, suggesting that the area continues to attract and retain affluent residents, primarily from this demographic group. The slight increases in Hispanic and Asian populations coincide with periods of rising median income, potentially indicating that these groups are gaining increased access to this high-income area.
The demographic and economic trends in the Wooded Area reflect broader patterns seen in many affluent suburban neighborhoods across the United States. Many high-income areas maintain a predominantly White population, often due to historical patterns of wealth distribution and housing policies. The slow increase in Hispanic and Asian populations mirrors national trends of growing diversity in suburban areas, albeit at a slower pace in this high-income neighborhood. The substantial increase in median income aligns with widening income inequality trends observed nationally, with affluent areas often seeing faster income growth than less affluent regions. The relatively stable population suggests limited new housing development, which is common in established, high-income neighborhoods and can contribute to maintaining both demographic and economic profiles.
While the Wooded Area has maintained its status as a low-diversity, high-income neighborhood over the past decade, subtle shifts in demographics and consistent economic growth hint at potential future changes. The area's ability to attract a slowly diversifying affluent population while maintaining its character will be key to its evolution in the coming years.
