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Demographic Evolution of Chapmantown: A Study of Racial Composition from 2013 to 2022
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Chapmantown, a neighborhood in Chico, California, exhibits a "White Majority" demographic composition with moderate diversity as of 2022. The white population constitutes 63% of the total, with Hispanic (20%) and multiracial (6%) populations also present. The neighborhood's median income is $41,068 in 2022. Chapmantown is one of Chico's oldest neighborhoods, developed in the late 19th century.
Over the past decade, Chapmantown has undergone demographic changes. In 2013, it was categorized as "White Majority" with 60% white population. By 2018, it transitioned to "Majority-Minority" status, with the white population at 49% and Hispanic population at 34%. In 2022, it returned to "White Majority" status, but with increased diversity compared to 2013.
This fluctuation indicates a "Transitional Community" characteristic. The Hispanic population grew from 21% in 2013 to 34% in 2018, then declined to 20% in 2022. The Black population increased from 1% in 2013 to 5% in 2022, indicating gradual diversification.
The demographic shifts correlate with economic changes. The median income rose from $32,353 in 2013 to $42,248 in 2018, coinciding with peak diversity. As the community reverted to White Majority status, the median income decreased to $41,068 in 2022. This suggests periods of increased diversity may have been associated with economic growth.
The population remained relatively stable over the decade, fluctuating between 4,600 and 5,800 residents. Slight population growth from 2013 to 2018 aligns with increasing diversity and rising median income.
The demographic shifts in Chapmantown reflect broader trends seen in many urban areas across the United States. However, the partial reversal of this trend in recent years may be influenced by local factors specific to Chico or California.
The median income in Chapmantown ($41,068 in 2022) remains below the California state median of approximately $78,672 (as of 2021), indicating ongoing economic challenges compared to the broader state economy.
Chapmantown presents a case of a community in flux, experiencing periods of increasing diversity and economic growth, followed by a partial reversal of these trends. This pattern suggests a complex interplay of factors influencing the neighborhood's demographic and economic landscape.
