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Demographic and Racial Shifts in Weberstown, Stockton: A Decade of Change
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Weberstown, a neighborhood in Stockton, California, exhibits Moderate Diversity with a Hispanic plurality as of 2022. The Hispanic population comprises 33% of the neighborhood, followed by White (23%) and Two or More Races (15%). The median income in 2022 was $31,137, below the national average. Weberstown is home to the Weberstown Mall, a significant commercial center in the area.
Over the past decade, Weberstown has transitioned from a Majority-Minority community to one of Moderate Diversity. In 2013, the neighborhood had a Hispanic plurality (38%) with significant Asian (22%) and White (15%) populations. By 2022, the Hispanic population remained the largest group at 33%, while the White population increased to 23% and those identifying as Two or More Races grew from 6% to 15%.
This shift indicates a trend towards increased diversity, with a more even distribution among racial groups. The most significant change is the substantial increase in the Two or More Races category, potentially indicating growing interracial families or a shift in how residents identify themselves.
The median income in Weberstown has fluctuated over the past decade. From $42,420 in 2019, it dropped to $31,137 in 2022. This volatility coincides with the demographic shifts, suggesting a possible correlation between changing racial composition and economic conditions.
The population has grown slightly from 5,782 in 2013 to 6,233 in 2022. This modest growth, coupled with income fluctuations, may indicate that while the neighborhood is attracting new residents, it is also experiencing economic challenges that affect household incomes.
The demographic shifts in Weberstown reflect broader national trends of increasing diversity and growing multiracial populations. The rise in the Two or More Races category aligns with national census data showing this as one of the fastest-growing demographic groups in the United States.
The economic volatility and lower median income compared to national averages suggest that Weberstown may be facing significant economic challenges. This could be related to broader economic trends in Stockton, which has faced economic difficulties in recent years, including a municipal bankruptcy in 2012.
The presence of the Weberstown Mall in the neighborhood might have acted as an economic stabilizer, providing local employment opportunities. However, the declining trend in median income could also reflect broader shifts in retail employment and the challenges faced by traditional malls in the era of e-commerce.
Weberstown's evolution over the past decade demonstrates a trend towards greater racial diversity, particularly with the growth of multiracial identities. This demographic shift has occurred against a backdrop of economic volatility, suggesting that the neighborhood is in a period of transition that may present both opportunities and challenges for its residents.
