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Demographic Shifts in Braeburn: Hispanic Majority and Racial Composition Changes
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Braeburn, a neighborhood in Houston, Texas, has transitioned from a Moderate Diversity profile to a Hispanic Majority community between 2013 and 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 53% to 66% during this period. The median income in Braeburn rose from $37,261 in 2013 to $41,598 in 2022, representing an 11.6% growth. Braeburn is located near Braeburn Country Club, which serves as a center for community activities and local development.
The White population in Braeburn decreased from 24% in 2013 to 16% in 2022. The Black population also declined, from 17% to 8% over the same period. The Asian population, though small, grew from 2% in 2013 to 6% in 2022. The transition to a Hispanic Majority community occurred around 2016-2017 when the Hispanic population surpassed 60%.
The median income in Braeburn fluctuated over the decade, peaking at $44,580 in 2018 before declining in subsequent years. The population of Braeburn decreased from 19,105 in 2013 to 17,321 in 2022, a 9.3% reduction. This population decrease, combined with demographic shifts, indicates potential out-migration of non-Hispanic residents and possible in-migration of Hispanic residents at a lower rate.
The economic trends in Braeburn appear to correlate with demographic shifts. Periods of higher median income (2018-2019) coincide with increased Hispanic representation and decreased White and Black populations. The recent decline in median income (2020-2022) occurred while these demographic trends continued, suggesting other economic factors at play.
The demographic changes observed in Braeburn align with broader trends seen in many urban areas across the United States, particularly in the Southwest. The growth of the Hispanic population and the relative decline of White and Black populations mirror patterns observed in other parts of Houston and similar cities in Texas. The economic fluctuations, particularly the recent decrease in median income, may be partially attributed to the global economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, which affected many communities nationwide from 2020 onward.
The growing Asian population in Braeburn, while still a small percentage, reflects a trend seen in many major U.S. cities, where Asian communities are expanding and diversifying urban demographics. Braeburn's evolution over the past decade demonstrates a clear transition to a Hispanic Majority community, accompanied by moderate economic growth and recent challenges. These changes reflect broader demographic shifts occurring in many urban areas, particularly in the southwestern United States, and highlight the dynamic nature of urban neighborhoods in response to economic and social factors.
