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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 91351 in Santa Clarita, California, is classified as a "Majority-Minority" community with "Moderate Diversity" as of 2022. The Hispanic population comprises 50% of the area, with no single racial group forming a majority. The median income in 2022 was $85,230, indicating a relatively affluent area.
This zip code has experienced significant demographic changes over the past decade. In 2013, it was described as having "Moderate Diversity" with a white plurality (44%) and a substantial Hispanic population (41%). By 2022, it had transitioned to a "Majority-Minority" community with Hispanics forming 50% of the population.
The area has displayed characteristics of a "Transitional Community," evident in the steady increase of the Hispanic population from 41% in 2013 to 50% in 2022. Concurrently, the white population decreased from 44% to 33% during this period.
The Asian population has remained relatively stable, ranging from 6-9% throughout the decade, while the Black population has slightly increased from 2% to 3-4%. The percentage of those identifying as two or more races has grown from 3% to 5%, contributing to the area's increasing diversity.
The median income in this zip code has shown an overall upward trend, rising from $84,606 in 2013 to $85,230 in 2022, with fluctuations in between. A significant increase in median income occurred between 2019 ($87,598) and 2021 ($94,591), followed by a decrease in 2022.
These economic changes appear to correlate with the demographic shifts. As the area transitioned to a Majority-Minority community, the median income generally increased, suggesting that the growing Hispanic population and other minority groups have contributed to the area's economic prosperity.
The population has grown from 29,342 in 2013 to 31,614 in 2022, indicating that the area has become increasingly attractive to new residents, possibly due to its growing diversity and economic opportunities.
The demographic shifts observed in this Santa Clarita zip code align with broader trends seen across California and many parts of the United States. The growth of the Hispanic population and the decrease in the white population percentage reflect similar patterns in many urban and suburban areas, particularly in the Southwest.
The area's median income has remained well above the national median, indicating that this zip code represents a relatively affluent suburb despite its demographic changes.
The transition to a Majority-Minority community while maintaining a high median income challenges some stereotypes about diversity and economic success. It suggests that this area of Santa Clarita has managed to integrate demographic changes with continued economic prosperity.
Zip code 91351 in Santa Clarita has evolved from a moderately diverse area with a white plurality to a Majority-Minority community with a Hispanic majority over the past decade. This demographic shift has been accompanied by overall economic growth, demonstrating the area's ability to adapt to changing demographics while maintaining its economic vitality.