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Demographic Shifts in Tollgate Crossing: A Study of Racial Composition and Economic Trends
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Tollgate Crossing, a neighborhood in Aurora, Colorado, exhibits characteristics of a "White Majority" community with moderate diversity. As of 2022, the white population comprises 60% of the neighborhood, while Hispanic residents make up 21%. The area has a median income of $112,144. Tollgate Crossing is a master-planned community with a mix of housing types and parks and trails.
Over the past decade, Tollgate Crossing has undergone a transition in its racial composition. In 2013, the neighborhood had "Low Diversity" with a white population of 67%. By 2022, the community evolved towards "Moderate Diversity," with increases in Hispanic and Black populations. The Hispanic population increased from 14% in 2013 to 21% in 2022. The percentage of residents identifying as two or more races increased from 1% to 6%.
The demographic shifts in Tollgate Crossing have occurred alongside economic growth. The median income increased from $105,686 in 2013 to $112,144 in 2022, a 6.1% increase. The population grew from 7,379 in 2013 to 9,778 in 2022, a 32.5% increase. This growth, coupled with rising incomes and increasing diversity, indicates that Tollgate Crossing has become attractive for a wider range of ethnic groups with higher socioeconomic status.
The trends observed in Tollgate Crossing align with patterns seen in many suburban areas across the United States. Many affluent suburbs have experienced increased diversity over the past decade, often driven by upwardly mobile minority families seeking better schools and quality of life.
The growth of the Hispanic population in Tollgate Crossing reflects larger demographic shifts in Colorado and the Mountain West region. Colorado's Hispanic population has been growing faster than the national average, and Tollgate Crossing appears to be part of this trend.
The neighborhood has maintained high income levels while diversifying, suggesting successful integration of new residents without significant economic disruption. This pattern differs from some urban areas where rapid demographic changes can sometimes lead to economic instability or gentrification concerns.
Tollgate Crossing represents an example of a transitional, affluent suburban community that is gradually becoming more diverse while maintaining its economic strength. These changes reflect both local dynamics and broader regional and national trends towards increased suburban diversity and the growing economic power of minority communities, particularly Hispanic Americans.
