Terminal Island's demographic trends differ from broader Los Angeles patterns. While Los Angeles has seen an increase in its Hispanic population over the past decade, Terminal Island's Hispanic population has remained relatively stable. The increase in the White population percentage on Terminal Island contrasts with the general trend in Los Angeles, where the White population has been decreasing proportionally.

The population decrease from 2020 to 2022 is notable and may relate to policy changes at the correctional facility or shifts in port operations due to the global pandemic and supply chain disruptions. This decrease is more pronounced than population changes in Los Angeles overall during the same period.

Terminal Island's character as a primarily industrial and institutional area suggests that its demographic trends may be more influenced by policy decisions and economic factors specific to its port and correctional facilities than by broader urban demographic trends. The small population size means that minor changes in absolute numbers can result in significant percentage shifts.

Terminal Island maintains its moderate diversity but has experienced demographic shifts over the past decade, with an increasing proportion of White and Hispanic residents and a decreasing Black population. These changes, along with significant population fluctuations, indicate a potentially transitional period for this Los Angeles neighborhood.