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Demographic Shifts and Racial Composition in Santa Rosa, California
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Santa Rosa, California, has become a Majority-Minority community as of 2022, with a population of 177,185 and a median income of $95,403. The city's demographic composition shows Moderate Diversity, with White (51%) and Hispanic (34%) populations being the largest groups, along with growing Asian and multiracial communities.
Over the past decade, Santa Rosa has changed from a White Majority community to a Majority-Minority status. The White population decreased from 58% in 2013 to 51% in 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 30% to 34%, while Asian and multiracial populations also experienced modest growth.
This change can be described as a Transitional Community, with a trend towards increasing diversity. The main changes include a decline in White population share, an increase in Hispanic population share, growth in the Asian population, and a significant rise in multiracial individuals.
The demographic changes have occurred alongside substantial economic growth. The median income increased from $57,539 in 2013 to $95,403 in 2022, a 66% increase. This economic growth may have both influenced and been influenced by the changing demographics.
Santa Rosa's demographic shifts are consistent with broader California trends, where many cities are becoming more diverse and transitioning to Majority-Minority status. The economic growth exceeds the national average, suggesting that Santa Rosa's increasing diversity may be contributing to its economic growth.
Based on observed trends, Santa Rosa is expected to continue becoming more diverse. Future predictions include the possibility of transitioning from Moderate Diversity to High Diversity, potential growth of the Hispanic population to 40% or more, continued growth of Asian and multiracial populations, and ongoing economic growth.
Santa Rosa represents a Transitional Community moving towards greater diversity and economic prosperity. This evolution reflects broader demographic shifts in California and the United States, positioning Santa Rosa as an example of changing demographics in American urban centers.
