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Demographic Shifts in El Dorado South: Analysis of White Majority and Hispanic Population Growth
CATEGORY
Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
El Dorado South, a neighborhood in Long Beach, California, currently exhibits a Moderate Diversity profile with a White majority. As of 2022, the neighborhood has a population of 1,687 and a median income of $99,106. El Dorado South is located near the El Dorado Nature Center, a 105-acre area with lakes, streams, and forests.
Over the past decade, El Dorado South has experienced changes in its racial composition. From 2013 to 2020, the neighborhood maintained a White Majority status, with the white population consistently exceeding 50%. In 2021, the area reached its peak White Majority at 69%. By 2022, there was a shift towards Moderate Diversity. The white population decreased to 57%, while the Hispanic population increased to 30%. The Asian population fluctuated over the years, peaking at 17% in 2015 but declining to 8% by 2022. The Black population remained relatively stable, between 4-12% throughout the decade.
The neighborhood's economic profile has shown volatility. Median income increased from $103,022 in 2013 to a peak of $142,360 in 2021, before returning to $99,106 in 2022. The income spike in 2021 coincided with the highest percentage of white residents. Despite the recent income decrease, the 2022 median income remains relatively high, suggesting El Dorado South maintains its status as an affluent area.
Population trends show a decline from 1,674 in 2010 to a low of 1,295 in 2017, followed by a rebound to 1,687 in 2022. This recent population growth coincides with increasing diversity, potentially indicating that the area is becoming more attractive to a wider range of residents.
The trend towards increased diversity in El Dorado South aligns with broader national patterns. Many American suburbs have been experiencing demographic shifts, with growing Hispanic and Asian populations contributing to increased diversity. The neighborhood's economic resilience, maintaining a high median income despite demographic changes, is notable.
The fluctuation in racial composition, particularly the recent decrease in the white majority and increase in Hispanic representation, could be indicative of changing housing preferences, economic opportunities, or broader migration patterns in the region. This shift towards Moderate Diversity may bring new cultural influences and perspectives to the community, potentially affecting local businesses, schools, and community services.
El Dorado South is transitioning from a predominantly white, high-income area to a more diverse community while maintaining its economic advantages. This evolution reflects broader national trends of increasing suburban diversity and may present both opportunities and challenges for community cohesion and local governance in the coming years.
