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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Leon Valley in Texas is categorized as a "Hispanic Majority" community with a significant "Majority-Minority" characteristic as of 2022. The Hispanic population constitutes 63% of the total, while the white population has decreased to 23%. The city shows moderate diversity with significant Asian (6%) and Black (6%) populations.
Over the past decade, Leon Valley has transitioned from a "Hispanic Plurality" community to a "Hispanic Majority" one. In 2013, the Hispanic population was 59%, just shy of a majority. By 2022, it had increased to 63%, solidifying its majority status. Concurrently, the white population decreased from 31% in 2013 to 23% in 2022, reinforcing the "Majority-Minority" status of the city.
The Asian population has shown steady growth, doubling from 3% in 2013 to 6% in 2022, while the Black population has remained relatively stable around 5-6%. This trend indicates a gradual increase in diversity, though not yet reaching the "High Diversity" category due to the strong Hispanic majority.
The median income in Leon Valley has shown moderate growth, increasing from $56,309 in 2013 to $57,878 in 2022, a 2.8% increase over nine years. This growth rate is below inflation, suggesting a slight decline in real purchasing power for residents.
The population has grown from 23,278 in 2013 to 25,688 in 2022, a 10.4% increase. This population growth, coupled with the demographic shifts, suggests that the influx of new residents has primarily been from Hispanic and Asian backgrounds, contributing to the changing racial composition of the city.
The demographic trends in Leon Valley align with broader patterns seen in many Texas cities, where Hispanic populations are growing and becoming majority groups. However, the relatively slow income growth might be a point of concern, especially when compared to the rapid population increase.
Based on the observed trends, Leon Valley is likely to continue its trajectory as a "Hispanic Majority" community with increasing diversity. The Asian population may continue to grow, potentially leading to a "Moderate Diversity" classification in the future if it reaches or exceeds 10% of the population.
Economically, if the trend of slow income growth continues alongside population increases, the city might face challenges in maintaining or improving living standards for its residents. This could potentially lead to socio-economic pressures, especially if housing costs increase due to population growth.
Leon Valley appears to be in a state of demographic transition, moving towards greater diversity while solidifying its Hispanic majority status. The economic indicators suggest a need for focused efforts on economic development to ensure that income growth keeps pace with population increases and changing demographics.