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Demographic Shifts in Zip Code 78231: 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
Zip code 78231 in Shavano Park, Texas, was categorized as a "Moderate Diversity" community as of 2022. The area had a white plurality (46%) with a significant Hispanic population (43%), and smaller representations of other racial groups. The median income of $101,283 in 2022 indicated an affluent community, significantly above the national median.
Over the past decade, this zip code underwent a transition from a "White Majority" community to one of "Moderate Diversity." In 2013, the area was classified as having a "White Majority" with 58% of the population identifying as white. By 2022, this percentage had decreased to 46%, no longer constituting a majority. The Hispanic population showed consistent growth, increasing from 35% in 2013 to 43% in 2022. This shift indicated a trend towards a more diverse community composition. The area approached, but had not yet reached, a "Majority-Minority" status, as the combined minority populations (54%) slightly outweighed the white population.
Other racial groups maintained relatively stable, albeit small, representations over the decade. The Asian population remained consistent at around 3-4%, while the Black population showed a slight increase from 2% to 5%. The demographic shifts occurred alongside overall economic growth in the area. The median income rose from $93,608 in 2013 to $101,283 in 2022, representing an 8.2% increase. This growth suggested that the increasing diversity did not negatively impact the area's economic prosperity.
There was a significant spike in median income to $113,438 in 2021, followed by a decrease in 2022. This fluctuation could be related to broader economic factors. The population grew over this period, from 8,775 in 2013 to 10,354 in 2022, an 18% increase. This population growth, coupled with increasing diversity and rising incomes, suggested that the area became increasingly attractive to a wider range of residents.
The demographic shifts observed in this zip code aligned with broader trends seen in many suburban areas across the United States, particularly in Texas. The growth of the Hispanic population reflected the overall demographic changes in Texas, where the Hispanic population has been steadily increasing. The area's high median income and its growth over the decade indicated that it remained an affluent suburb, likely attracting diverse, high-income professionals. This trend of increasing diversity in wealthy suburbs is being observed in many metropolitan areas across the country.
Zip code 78231 in Shavano Park, Texas, evolved from a predominantly white, affluent suburb to a more diverse, yet still affluent community over the past decade. This transition reflected broader demographic shifts occurring across Texas and the United States, while maintaining its economic prosperity. The area appeared to be successfully integrating increased diversity with continued economic growth.
