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Demographic Shifts and Racial Diversity in Mid Central, Pasadena: A Study of Neighborhood Evolution
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Mid Central, a neighborhood in Pasadena, California, currently exhibits a Moderate Diversity profile with a significant Hispanic plurality. As of 2022, the area has a population of 8,360 and a median income of $85,122. This neighborhood is known for its proximity to the Rose Bowl Stadium, which hosts major sporting events and flea markets, contributing to the area's cultural and economic landscape.
Over the past decade, Mid Central has undergone a transition in its racial composition. In 2013, the neighborhood had a Hispanic Plurality, with 36% Hispanic population and 35% White population. From 2013 to 2018, the area maintained its Moderate Diversity status, with the Hispanic population increasing to 40%. From 2019 onwards, a shift towards increased diversity occurred. By 2022, the Hispanic population decreased to 31%, while the White population increased to 37%, and the Black population rose from 5% to 9%.
The demographic shifts correlate with changes in median income. From 2013 to 2022, the median income grew from $81,376 to $85,122, with fluctuations. A significant spike to $94,058 occurred in 2021, coinciding with a peak in the Asian population (20%) and a dip in the Hispanic population (34%). This suggests that the influx of Asian residents may have contributed to a temporary increase in overall neighborhood income.
The population has grown from 7,585 in 2010 to 8,360 in 2022, indicating the neighborhood's increasing attractiveness. This population growth, combined with the diversification of racial composition, suggests that Mid Central is becoming more appealing to a wider range of demographic groups.
The trends observed in Mid Central align with broader patterns seen in many urban areas across the United States. The shift towards greater diversity is consistent with national trends of increasing multiculturalism in metropolitan areas. The growth in median income outpaces inflation and suggests a gradual improvement in economic conditions.
Compared to national averages, Mid Central's median income of $85,122 in 2022 is higher than the U.S. median household income of approximately $70,784 for the same year. This indicates that despite its demographic changes, the neighborhood maintains a relatively affluent status.
The increasing diversity in Mid Central, particularly the growth in the Asian and Black populations, reflects California's overall trend towards greater racial and ethnic diversity. However, the decrease in the Hispanic population percentage is somewhat contrary to statewide trends where the Hispanic population has generally been increasing.
Mid Central is transitioning from a neighborhood with a Hispanic plurality towards a more balanced, highly diverse community. This shift, coupled with steady economic growth, suggests a neighborhood in flux, likely attracting a wider range of residents and potentially changing the cultural and economic fabric of the area. These changes may bring both opportunities and challenges as the community adapts to its evolving demographic landscape.
