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Demographic Evolution of C.A.N.A. Neighborhood in Beaumont, Texas: A Study of Racial Composition and Economic Trends
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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 C.A.N.A. neighborhood in Beaumont, Texas, has undergone significant demographic changes from 2013 to 2022. As of 2022, the area is classified as a "Majority-Minority" community with "Moderate Diversity." The population consists of 37% Hispanic, 29% Black, and 33% White residents. The median income in 2022 was $43,479, reflecting economic fluctuations over the decade. C.A.N.A. has a relatively low population density, suggesting a suburban or semi-rural character.
Over the past decade, C.A.N.A. has experienced notable shifts in its racial composition. In 2013, the neighborhood had a "White Plurality" with 40% white residents and 35% Black residents. By 2016, it had become a "Black Majority" area with 51% of the population identifying as Black. However, by 2020, the community transitioned to a "Majority-Minority" status, marked by a significant increase in the Hispanic population.
The most substantial change occurred between 2019 and 2020, with the Hispanic population increasing from 29% to 42%, while the Black population decreased from 37% to 30%. This rapid shift may indicate an influx of Hispanic residents or outmigration of Black residents, possibly due to changes in economic opportunities or the housing market.
The median income in C.A.N.A. has shown volatility over the years. It reached a peak of $53,005 in 2020, coinciding with the significant increase in the Hispanic population. Subsequently, it dropped to $39,991 in 2021 before rising slightly to $43,479 in 2022. This economic instability may be related to demographic shifts, possibly reflecting changes in the local job market or the impact of broader economic events.
The population of C.A.N.A. has grown steadily over the decade, from 3,783 in 2013 to 4,872 in 2022, indicating that the neighborhood has remained attractive to new residents despite economic fluctuations.
The demographic shifts in C.A.N.A. reflect broader trends observed in many parts of Texas and the United States, where Hispanic populations are growing rapidly. The transition from a plurality white community to a majority-minority area with a significant Hispanic presence is consistent with patterns seen in many urban and suburban areas across the Southern United States.
The economic volatility experienced in C.A.N.A., particularly the sharp drop in median income in 2021, may be related to the broader economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the partial recovery in 2022 suggests some resilience in the local economy.
C.A.N.A. has transformed from a moderately diverse community with a white plurality to a majority-minority neighborhood with a growing Hispanic population. This demographic evolution has been accompanied by economic fluctuations, reflecting the complex interplay between racial composition, economic opportunities, and broader societal trends. Monitoring how these changes affect local services, community cohesion, and economic development initiatives will be important as the community continues to evolve.
