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Demographic and Racial Composition of Victoriano Neighborhood, Moreno Valley, California: 2013-2022
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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 Victoriano neighborhood in Moreno Valley, California, is classified as a "Majority-Minority" community with "Moderate Diversity" as of 2022. The neighborhood's population consists of 49% Hispanic, 34% Black, 8% White, and 6% Asian residents. The median income in 2022 was $84,687, indicating a relatively affluent suburban community.
Over the past decade, Victoriano has transitioned from a community with "High Diversity" to one that is "Majority-Minority" with "Moderate Diversity." In 2013, the population comprised 43% Hispanic, 31% Black, and 12% White residents. By 2022, the Hispanic population increased to 49%, while the Black population remained at 34%. The White population declined from 12% in 2013 to 8% in 2022, and the Asian population remained between 5-9% throughout the decade. A small but growing multiracial population (4% in 2022) has emerged.
The median income in Victoriano increased from $75,857 in 2013 to $84,687 in 2022, representing an 11.6% growth over the decade. This economic improvement occurred despite demographic shifts. The neighborhood experienced population growth from 2013 to 2020, peaking at 7,812 residents, before declining to 7,069 in 2022.
The demographic changes in Victoriano reflect broader trends seen in many suburban areas of California and the United States, with increasing diversity, particularly growth in Hispanic and multiracial populations. The neighborhood's economic resilience, evidenced by the rising median income despite demographic shifts, is noteworthy and may distinguish Victoriano from other diversifying communities that have faced economic challenges.
The neighborhood's ability to maintain and increase its median income while becoming more diverse could indicate successful integration and economic opportunities for minority populations. This trend challenges narratives that often associate increasing diversity with economic decline in suburban areas.
Victoriano presents a case study of a suburban neighborhood navigating demographic transitions while maintaining economic stability. The shift towards a more pronounced Hispanic-Black majority, coupled with steady income growth, suggests a dynamic and evolving community that may offer insights into successful models of diverse, economically viable suburban development in California and beyond.
