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Demographic Shifts and Racial Diversity in North Pointe, Sacramento
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
North Pointe, a neighborhood in Sacramento, California, exhibits a Moderate Diversity profile with a balanced distribution of racial groups as of 2022. The community is characterized by a Hispanic plurality (32%), followed by Asian and Black residents (18% each), and a White population (22%). The median income in North Pointe was $60,922 in 2022, reflecting a middle-income suburban area. The neighborhood has experienced fluctuating population levels over the past decade.
Over the past decade, North Pointe has transitioned from a community with a White plurality to one of Moderate Diversity. In 2013, the neighborhood had a White plurality (40%), but by 2022, no single racial group dominated. This shift is marked by a decline in the White population share from 40% in 2013 to 22% in 2022, an increase in the Hispanic population from 25% in 2013 to 32% in 2022, a relatively stable Asian population (16-18% range), and a slight increase in the Black population from 14% in 2013 to 18% in 2022.
The median income in North Pointe has shown overall growth, with fluctuations. It increased from $56,661 in 2013 to $60,922 in 2022, representing a 7.5% increase over the decade. A peak of $73,015 was observed in 2021, followed by a significant drop in 2022. The population has remained relatively stable, ranging from 259 to 322 residents over the decade.
The economic trends appear to correlate with demographic shifts. As the community became more diverse, there was a general upward trend in median income. However, the recent drop in income coincides with a slight reversal in diversity trends, particularly a small increase in the White population share from 2021 to 2022.
The demographic shifts in North Pointe align with broader national trends towards increasing diversity in suburban areas. The growth of the Hispanic population reflects similar patterns seen across many U.S. cities. The stability of the Asian population and the increase in the Black population share are somewhat unique, potentially indicating that North Pointe offers attractive opportunities for these communities.
The income fluctuations, especially the sharp drop from 2021 to 2022, may be reflective of broader economic challenges faced by many communities in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
North Pointe exemplifies a Transitional Community moving towards greater diversity, with economic indicators generally improving over time despite recent challenges. This evolution suggests a neighborhood in flux, potentially offering new opportunities and challenges for residents as it continues to change.
