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Demographic Shifts and Racial Composition in Cooley Station North, Gilbert, Arizona
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Cooley Station North in Gilbert, Arizona, demonstrates a "White Majority" demographic profile, with 80% of the population identifying as white in 2022. The neighborhood's population increased from 370 in 2010 to 1,847 in 2022. The area's median income was $102,216 in 2022, indicating an affluent suburban community. Cooley Station North is designed as a master-planned community, combining residential and commercial spaces with outdoor amenities and community gathering areas.
From 2013 to 2019, Cooley Station North transitioned from a "Low Diversity" community (88% white in 2013) to a "Moderate Diversity" area. The percentage of white residents decreased to 63% in 2019, while Hispanic and Black populations increased. From 2020 to 2022, this trend reversed, with the community returning to a "White Majority" status (80% white in 2022). These fluctuations may be due to factors such as new housing developments, changes in local employment opportunities, or regional migration patterns.
The median income in Cooley Station North increased from $98,980 in 2013 to $102,216 in 2022, with fluctuations in between. The highest median income was $104,054 in 2019, coinciding with the period of highest racial diversity. The subsequent decrease in median income correlates with the shift back to a more homogeneous racial composition. This pattern suggests a possible association between increased diversity and higher economic prosperity in the neighborhood.
Population growth in Cooley Station North was substantial, increasing from 370 in 2010 to 2,093 in 2021, before decreasing to 1,847 in 2022. This rapid growth likely influenced both demographic and economic changes, potentially attracting a more diverse population during the expansion phase.
The demographic shifts in Cooley Station North reflect trends seen in many suburban areas across the United States, where increasing diversity has been followed by periods of "white flight" or gentrification. The neighborhood's high median income and predominantly white population are consistent with patterns observed in many affluent suburbs of major metropolitan areas.
The reversal of the diversity trend in recent years is notable. It may be indicative of local factors specific to Gilbert or the Phoenix metropolitan area, such as changes in housing policies, school district boundaries, or economic opportunities in neighboring areas.
The economic resilience of the neighborhood, maintaining a high median income throughout the decade, suggests that Cooley Station North has remained attractive for high-income households, regardless of racial composition changes. This economic stability amidst demographic fluctuations could provide insights into the relationship between racial diversity and economic prosperity in suburban communities.
