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Demographic Shifts and Racial Composition in Las Palmeras West, Avondale, Arizona
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Las Palmeras West, a neighborhood in Avondale, Arizona, exhibits a demographic profile categorized as "Moderate Diversity" as of 2022. The community shows a distribution of racial groups, with a white plurality (47%) and a Hispanic presence (36%). The neighborhood's median income was $54,681 in 2022. Las Palmeras West has a population of 876 in 2022.
Over the past decade, Las Palmeras West has transitioned from a "Majority-Minority" community to one of "Moderate Diversity." In 2013, the neighborhood had a Hispanic presence (33%) with a Black population (30%), and a white population (35%). By 2022, the racial composition shifted, with the white population increasing to 47% and the Hispanic population at 36%.
The changes include a decrease in the Black population from 30% in 2013 to 1% in 2022, an increase in the white population from 35% to 47%, and the growth of a "two or more races" category from 1% to 10%. These shifts indicate a trend towards increased racial mixing and integration within the community.
The economic landscape of Las Palmeras West has experienced volatility over the past decade. The median income peaked at $89,393 in 2013 and has since experienced a downward trend, reaching $54,681 in 2022. This represents a 38.8% decrease in median income over nine years.
The economic decline appears to correlate with the neighborhood's demographic shifts. As the community became more racially diverse, particularly with the increase in the "two or more races" category, the median income decreased. This could suggest that the neighborhood is attracting a more economically diverse population.
The demographic shifts observed in Las Palmeras West align with broader national trends of increasing racial diversity in many urban and suburban areas. The growth in the multiracial population reflects a nationwide trend identified in the 2020 U.S. Census, which showed an increase in people identifying as multiracial.
The decline in median income is atypical when compared to national trends, which generally showed income growth over the same period. This suggests that Las Palmeras West may be experiencing unique local economic challenges or undergoing a transition in its economic base.
Las Palmeras West presents a case study of a community in transition, both demographically and economically. The shift towards greater racial diversity, coupled with income changes, indicates a neighborhood in flux. These changes have implications for community dynamics, local services, and future development plans in the area.
