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Demographic Shifts and Racial Diversity in Richmond American Homes Neighborhood, Davis, California
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Richmond American Homes neighborhood in Davis, California, has undergone significant demographic changes from 2013 to 2022. This community transitioned from a White Majority to a Majority-Minority status, indicating a Transitional Community classification. The neighborhood is characterized by Moderate Diversity as of 2022. These changes occurred within the context of Davis, a city known for environmental sustainability and its proximity to the University of California, Davis campus.
From 2013 to 2019, the neighborhood maintained a White Majority status, with the White population comprising 68% to 74% of residents. A transition began in 2020-2021, shifting the area to a White Plurality status. During this period, the White population decreased to 56-59%, while other racial groups, particularly those identifying as two or more races, experienced significant increases. By 2022, the neighborhood had become a Majority-Minority community, with the White population dropping to 34% and the Hispanic population rising to 36%, becoming the largest single group.
The neighborhood's median income has shown a general declining trend over the past decade. From 2013 to 2017, median income remained relatively stable, fluctuating between $134,000 and $154,000. However, from 2018 to 2022, a noticeable decline occurred, with median income dropping from $131,173 in 2018 to $109,228 in 2022. This economic trend correlates with the demographic shifts, as the period of highest median income coincided with the White Majority phase, while the transition to Majority-Minority status was accompanied by a decline in median income.
Population trends in the neighborhood show significant growth, particularly in recent years. From 2013 to 2019, the population remained relatively stable, ranging from 644 to 918 residents. A sharp increase occurred from 2020 to 2022, with the population growing from 675 in 2019 to 1,370 in 2022.
The demographic shifts observed in Richmond American Homes align with broader national trends of increasing diversity, particularly in suburban areas. The rapid transition to a Majority-Minority status is more pronounced than national averages, possibly influenced by the neighborhood's proximity to a major university. The decline in median income, coupled with population growth and increased diversity, suggests a potential influx of younger, more diverse residents, possibly students or early-career professionals. This trend is consistent with patterns seen in other university-adjacent communities across the United States.
The sharp increase in the Hispanic population from 2021 to 2022 (17% to 36%) is noteworthy and may reflect broader regional demographic shifts in California or targeted housing developments attracting this demographic group. Richmond American Homes exemplifies a rapidly evolving suburban community, transitioning from a homogeneous, high-income area to a more diverse, moderately affluent neighborhood. These changes likely bring both challenges and opportunities, potentially reshaping local culture, services, and community dynamics.
