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Demographic Evolution in The Park at Deerfield: Transition from White Majority to Moderate Diversity
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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 Park at Deerfield in San Antonio, Texas, currently exhibits a moderate diversity profile with a White plurality. As of 2022, the neighborhood has a population of 464 and a median income of $109,696. The neighborhood is located near the Texas Hill Country.
Over the past decade, The Park at Deerfield has undergone a transition in its racial composition. In 2013, the neighborhood had low diversity with a White majority (67%). By 2022, it evolved into a moderate diversity community with a White plurality (53%). This shift is attributed to an increase in Hispanic and multiracial populations.
The Hispanic population grew from 26% in 2013 to 36% in 2022, while those identifying as two or more races increased from 1% to 4%. The Black population, negligible in 2013, now comprises 4% of the community. These changes indicate a transitional community moving towards greater diversity.
The median income in The Park at Deerfield has fluctuated over the years but has generally remained high. In 2013, the median income was $121,908. It experienced some dips before rebounding to $123,382 in 2021 and settling at $109,696 in 2022. This slight decline in median income coincides with the increase in racial diversity.
The population has remained relatively stable, ranging from 441 to 486 residents over the decade. This stability, combined with the high median income, indicates that the neighborhood has maintained its desirability despite demographic changes.
The increasing diversity in The Park at Deerfield aligns with broader trends seen in many U.S. suburbs, particularly in growing Sun Belt cities like San Antonio. The rise in Hispanic population is consistent with Texas's overall demographic shifts. The Park at Deerfield's high median income sets it apart from many other diversifying communities.
The neighborhood's evolution from low diversity to moderate diversity over a decade is relatively rapid compared to national averages. This transition could potentially serve as a model for integration of diverse populations in high-income areas.
The Park at Deerfield exemplifies a transitional community that has maintained its economic status while becoming more diverse. This combination of increasing racial diversity and sustained affluence could be of interest to urban planners and sociologists studying community development in evolving suburban landscapes.
