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Demographic Shifts in Frost Farms: From Moderate Diversity to Black Majority
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Frost Farms, a neighborhood in DeSoto, Texas, currently exhibits a demographic profile categorized as a "Black Majority" community. As of 2022, the Black population comprises 63% of the neighborhood, with a Hispanic presence of 25%. The median income of $81,798 in 2022 indicates a relatively affluent suburban community. Frost Farms has experienced significant demographic shifts over the past decade.
In 2013, Frost Farms displayed a "Moderate Diversity" profile, with Black residents comprising 53% of the population, followed by equal proportions of White and Hispanic residents at 21% each. Over the next decade, the neighborhood transitioned to a clear "Black Majority" status. This shift was most pronounced between 2015 and 2017, where the Black population increased from 61% to 73%. The Hispanic population experienced fluctuations, dropping to 9% in 2017 before increasing to 25% by 2022. The White population declined steadily from 21% in 2013 to 10% in 2022.
The median income in Frost Farms has shown resilience and growth over the decade. Starting from $84,311 in 2013, it peaked at $93,876 in 2021 before settling at $81,798 in 2022. This economic trajectory aligns with the demographic shifts. The period of highest Black population concentration (2017) coincided with a slight decrease in median income to $85,377. However, as the community became more diverse in subsequent years, particularly with the growth of the Hispanic population, median incomes generally trended upward.
The population of Frost Farms has grown from 2,731 in 2013 to 3,361 in 2022, indicating the neighborhood's increasing attractiveness. This growth, coupled with the maintenance of high median incomes, suggests that the demographic shifts have not negatively impacted the area's economic standing.
The demographic evolution of Frost Farms reflects broader trends seen in many suburban areas of major metropolitan regions across the United States. The increase in Black and Hispanic populations, coupled with a decrease in the White population, is consistent with national patterns of suburbanization among minority groups.
The neighborhood's ability to maintain and even increase its median income levels during this demographic transition is noteworthy. This suggests that Frost Farms has attracted middle to upper-middle class residents across racial lines, potentially making it a model for successful suburban diversity.
Frost Farms presents a case of a transitioning suburban community. Its evolution from a moderately diverse area to a Black majority neighborhood with a growing Hispanic presence, while maintaining strong economic indicators, underscores the complex interplay between racial demographics and economic factors in American suburbs. This trend may offer insights for urban planners and policymakers seeking to foster diverse, economically vibrant communities.
