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Demographic Shift in Groves of Gilbert: From Moderate to Low Diversity with White Majority
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Groves of Gilbert neighborhood in Gilbert, Arizona, has experienced a significant demographic transformation from 2013 to 2022. As of 2022, the neighborhood is categorized as having "Low Diversity" with a strong White Majority, comprising 89% of the population. The current median income is $74,374, indicating a relatively affluent community. Over the past decade, this neighborhood has transitioned from a more diverse community to its current homogeneous state.
The neighborhood underwent a notable change in its racial composition over the past decade. In 2013, it was classified as having "Moderate Diversity" with a White Majority (62%) and significant Hispanic representation (28%). From 2013 to 2019, the area maintained its "Moderate Diversity" status, with fluctuations in the White and Hispanic populations and an increasing Black population. Between 2019 and 2022, a dramatic shift occurred. The White population increased from 55% to 89%, while the Hispanic population decreased from 14% to 7%, and the Black population dropped from 20% to 1%. This rapid change transformed the neighborhood from "Moderate Diversity" to "Low Diversity" with a strong White Majority.
The median income in the Groves of Gilbert has shown considerable fluctuation over the years, potentially correlating with the demographic shifts. From 2013 to 2021, there was a general upward trend in median income, peaking at $90,397 in 2021. This coincided with the period of "Moderate Diversity" and the transition towards a White Majority. The sharp increase in the White population percentage from 2021 to 2022 was accompanied by a significant drop in median income from $90,397 to $74,374. This could suggest that the newer White residents moving into the area have lower incomes than the previous, more diverse population.
The population of the neighborhood has remained relatively stable over the years, fluctuating between 300 and 400 residents, with a slight decrease to 283 in 2022. This stability in population size, coupled with the dramatic racial composition change, indicates a significant turnover in residents rather than a large influx of new inhabitants.
The rapid shift towards a White Majority in the Groves of Gilbert contrasts with many national trends, where increasing diversity is more common in suburban areas. This unique demographic evolution might be attributed to local factors such as changes in housing policies, economic developments, or shifts in the broader Gilbert area.
The median income, even after the recent decrease, remains above the national average, reflecting the overall affluence of Gilbert. However, the recent drop in median income alongside the increase in White population is a trend that warrants further investigation into local economic and social factors.
The Groves of Gilbert presents a case of rapid demographic transformation from a moderately diverse community to one with low diversity and a strong White Majority. This shift, coupled with fluctuations in median income, suggests a complex interplay of socio-economic factors that have reshaped the neighborhood's character over the past decade. Understanding the drivers behind these changes could provide insights into local housing markets, community dynamics, and broader demographic trends in suburban Arizona.
