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Demographic Evolution of Zip Code 76950, Sonora, Texas: Transition to Hispanic Majority (2013-2022)
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 76950 in Sonora, Texas, transitioned from a moderately diverse community to a Hispanic-majority area between 2013 and 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 58% to 75%, while the White population decreased from 40% to 24%. This demographic shift occurred alongside a population decline from 4,247 in 2010 to 3,340 in 2022, representing a 21% decrease.
The community experienced significant economic fluctuations during this period. The median income rose from $55,609 in 2013 to $70,831 in 2017, before declining to $54,884 in 2022. This income volatility coincided with the demographic changes, potentially indicating economic challenges or opportunities associated with the shifting population composition.
The area consistently lacked significant representation from other racial groups such as Black, Asian, or Native American populations throughout the decade. A small "Two or More Races" category emerged, reaching 1% by 2022, suggesting a minimal increase in diversity.
The demographic shift towards a Hispanic majority in this Texas community aligns with broader trends seen in many parts of the American Southwest. The rapid pace of this change, from 58% to 75% Hispanic in less than a decade, is more pronounced than in many other areas.
The economic fluctuations, particularly the sharp rise and subsequent fall in median income, may reflect broader economic trends such as oil boom and bust cycles that have affected many Texas communities. The overall population decline contrasts with the general trend of population growth in many parts of Texas, suggesting local factors may be driving out-migration.
The lack of significant representation from other racial groups, particularly the absence of a Black population, is uncommon for many urban areas in Texas but may be more typical in smaller, rural communities like Sonora.
Zip code 76950 in Sonora, Texas, has undergone a significant demographic transition over the past decade, evolving from a moderately diverse community to one with a clear Hispanic majority. This shift has occurred against a backdrop of population decline and economic volatility, presenting both challenges and opportunities for community development and social cohesion in the coming years.
