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Demographic Shifts in Poets Corner: From White Majority to Moderate Diversity
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Poets Corner, a neighborhood in Pleasant Hill, California, has undergone significant demographic changes from 2013 to 2022. The area transitioned from a "White Majority" community to one of "Moderate Diversity." In 2013, the neighborhood had "Low Diversity" with a 75% White population. By 2022, this percentage decreased to 59%, while Asian and Hispanic populations increased.
The most notable change occurred between 2020 and 2022, with the Asian population doubling from 7% to 14%. The Hispanic population remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 14% and 18% over the decade. The percentage of residents identifying as two or more races increased from 1% in 2013 to 7% in 2022.
The median income in Poets Corner showed an overall upward trend, rising from $118,280 in 2013 to $116,168 in 2022, with some fluctuations. The peak was observed in 2021 at $122,323. This increase in median income coincided with the shift towards greater diversity, suggesting that the neighborhood attracted affluent individuals from various racial backgrounds.
The population remained relatively stable over the decade, at approximately 3,500 residents. This stability, combined with increasing diversity and rising incomes, may indicate a gradual turnover of residents rather than a sudden influx of new populations.
The demographic shifts in Poets Corner reflect broader trends seen in many suburban areas of California, particularly those near tech hubs. The increase in Asian population is consistent with the growth of Asian communities in the San Francisco Bay Area, often associated with the tech industry's expansion.
The neighborhood's transition to greater diversity, while maintaining high median incomes, aligns with national trends of increasing diversity in affluent suburbs. This pattern is often seen in areas with strong job markets and good schools, attracting a diverse range of high-earning professionals.
The stability in the Hispanic population percentage, despite overall demographic shifts, suggests a well-established Hispanic community in Poets Corner, possibly reflecting longer-term residents or multigenerational families.
Poets Corner has evolved from a predominantly White, low-diversity area to a moderately diverse, affluent neighborhood over the past decade. This transition reflects broader regional and national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas, particularly those with strong economic foundations. The neighborhood's economic stability and growing diversity position it as an increasingly attractive location for a wide range of residents, potentially setting the stage for further demographic changes in the coming years.
