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Demographic Evolution in Zip Code 77406: From White Majority to Racial 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
Zip code 77406 in Pecan Grove, Texas, transitioned from a "White Majority" to a "Moderate Diversity" community between 2013 and 2022. The white population declined from 65% to 45%, while Hispanic, Asian, and Black populations increased. The Hispanic population grew from 18% to 26%, Asian from 4% to 13%, and Black from 9% to 12%. These changes indicate Pecan Grove is becoming a "Transitional Community" with increasing representation from various racial groups.
The median income in Pecan Grove remained high throughout the observed period, ranging between $124,135 and $137,833. This economic affluence persisted despite significant demographic changes. The stability in high income levels may have contributed to attracting a more diverse population, possibly due to job opportunities or the area's overall quality of life.
The population more than doubled from 2010 to 2022, growing from 30,892 to 64,222. This rapid growth coincides with the increasing diversity, suggesting that the area has become increasingly attractive to various racial groups.
The demographic shifts observed in Pecan Grove align with broader trends seen in many suburban areas across the United States. Many formerly predominantly white suburbs have been experiencing increasing diversity over the past decades. This trend is often attributed to factors such as increased mobility among minority populations, the suburbanization of immigrant communities, economic opportunities in growing suburban areas, and changes in housing preferences across different racial groups.
The maintenance of high median income levels alongside increasing diversity is noteworthy, as it suggests that the area has managed to attract affluent or upwardly mobile individuals from various racial backgrounds. This trend contrasts with some historical patterns where increasing diversity in suburbs was associated with declining property values or incomes.
The rapid population growth in Pecan Grove also indicates that it has likely been a target for new development and expansion, which often attracts a diverse range of new residents.
Pecan Grove exemplifies a suburban area in transition, moving from a predominantly white community to one of moderate diversity. The area's ability to maintain high income levels while diversifying suggests a positive integration of various racial groups into the local economy and community structure. As this trend continues, it will be interesting to observe how local institutions, services, and community dynamics adapt to serve an increasingly diverse population.
