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Demographic Shifts and Racial Composition in Pecos Aldea, Chandler: From White Majority to Moderate Diversity
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Pecos Aldea, a neighborhood in Chandler, Arizona, has transitioned from a White Majority community to one of Moderate Diversity between 2013 and 2022. As of 2022, the community comprises a White plurality (44%), with significant Hispanic (31%) and Asian (12%) populations. This demographic shift has occurred alongside substantial economic growth in the area.
The neighborhood's demographic composition has undergone notable changes over the past decade. In 2013, Pecos Aldea was characterized as a White Majority community (73%). From 2013 to 2016, it remained a White Majority area, though with a declining percentage (73% to 58%). Between 2017 and 2019, it became a Transitional Community, moving towards Moderate Diversity. By 2020-2022, it had achieved Moderate Diversity status, with no single group exceeding 50% of the population.
This transition was primarily driven by increases in Hispanic, Black, and Asian populations, while the White population decreased proportionally. The Hispanic population, in particular, grew from 24% in 2013 to 31% in 2022, contributing significantly to the community's increasing diversity.
The demographic shifts in Pecos Aldea coincided with significant economic growth. The median income rose from $63,804 in 2013 to $104,897 in 2022, representing a 64% increase. This growth outpaced inflation, suggesting real economic gains for residents. The population initially grew from 1,953 in 2013 to a peak of 2,039 in 2018, but then declined to 1,278 by 2022.
The increasing diversity correlates with rising median incomes, suggesting that the influx of various ethnic groups may have contributed to economic vitality. However, the recent population decline, despite continued income growth, could indicate gentrification or changing housing preferences.
The trend towards increased diversity in Pecos Aldea aligns with broader national trends of growing diversity in suburban areas. The significant income growth in Pecos Aldea (64% over a decade) likely outpaces both state and national averages, indicating strong local economic factors. The recent population decline, despite rising incomes, may reflect a broader trend of housing affordability issues in rapidly growing suburban areas.
Pecos Aldea has transformed from a predominantly White community to one of Moderate Diversity over the past decade. This demographic shift has been accompanied by substantial economic growth, potentially reflecting the positive impact of diversity on local economies. However, the recent population decline amid rising incomes suggests complex dynamics at play, possibly related to housing affordability or changing neighborhood characteristics. These trends mirror broader national patterns of suburban diversification and economic growth but may be occurring at an accelerated pace in this Chandler neighborhood.
