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Demographic Shift in Adelanto, California (92301): Hispanic Majority and Racial Composition Changes from 2013 to 2022
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 92301 in Adelanto, California, is classified as a "Racial Majority" community with a Hispanic majority of 69% as of 2022. This area has undergone significant demographic changes over the past decade, transitioning from a diverse community to one with a clear Hispanic majority. The area has also experienced fluctuations in median income, with recent years showing an overall upward trend.
In 2013, Adelanto was classified as a "Majority-Minority" community, with Hispanics forming a plurality at 51%. By 2016, the area had transitioned to a "Hispanic Majority" community, with the Hispanic population reaching 60%. This trend continued throughout the decade, solidifying the Hispanic majority status. The community has also shown characteristics of a "Transitional Community," with consistent increases in the Hispanic population and the "Two or More Races" category. The percentage of residents identifying as two or more races increased from 1% in 2017 to 5% in 2022.
The White population has declined significantly, from 22% in 2013 to 9% in 2022. The Black population has also decreased, though less dramatically, from 18% in 2013 to 14% in 2022. The median income in Adelanto has shown considerable volatility over the past decade. From 2013 to 2016, there was a notable decline in median income from $42,258 to $37,061. This period coincided with the transition to a Hispanic majority community.
From 2017 onwards, the community has experienced a generally positive economic trend. The median income rose from $41,420 in 2017 to $58,581 in 2021, before slightly decreasing to $51,475 in 2022. This overall upward trend in income coincides with the continued growth and stabilization of the Hispanic majority. The population has also shown steady growth, increasing from 32,651 in 2013 to 38,071 in 2022. This population growth, combined with the rising median income in recent years, suggests an improving economic situation.
The demographic shifts observed in Adelanto align with broader trends seen in many parts of California and the Southwestern United States, where Hispanic populations have been growing rapidly. The transition to a Hispanic majority community reflects larger patterns of demographic change in the region. The economic volatility and subsequent improvement in Adelanto may be indicative of broader economic trends affecting similar communities in California.
Adelanto has undergone a significant demographic transition over the past decade, evolving into a stable Hispanic majority community. While this shift was initially accompanied by economic challenges, recent years have shown promising signs of economic recovery and growth. The community's experience highlights the interplay between demographic changes and economic outcomes in evolving urban areas.
