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Demographic Shifts in Zip Code 92705: From White Plurality to Hispanic Plurality (2013-2022)
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
North Tustin (ZIP code 92705) in California is categorized as a Majority-Minority community with a Moderate Diversity profile. As of 2022, the area has a population of 50,901 and a median income of $115,761. The community is characterized by a Hispanic population (46%) and a White population (37%), with representation from Asian (10%) and multiracial (4%) groups.
Over the past decade, North Tustin has transitioned from a White Plurality community to a Majority-Minority area with Moderate Diversity. In 2013, the community was characterized by a White Plurality (46%) with a Hispanic population (42%). By 2022, these proportions had reversed, with Hispanics becoming the largest group at 46% and Whites decreasing to 37%.
This shift can be attributed to several factors: steady growth in the Hispanic population, increasing from 42% to 46% over the decade; gradual decline in the White population, decreasing from 46% to 37%; slight increase in Asian representation, from 8% to 10%; and growth in multiracial individuals, doubling from 2% to 4%. These changes suggest a trend towards increasing diversity.
The demographic shifts have occurred alongside economic changes. Median income has risen from $104,995 in 2013 to $115,761 in 2022, an increase of about 10.3%. The population has decreased slightly from 52,886 in 2013 to 50,901 in 2022. The increasing median income suggests that the area has maintained its economic attractiveness despite demographic changes.
The demographic shifts in North Tustin align with broader trends observed in many California communities and across the United States. The growth in Hispanic and Asian populations reflects national trends of increasing diversity. The transition to a Majority-Minority community is consistent with projections for many areas in California and the U.S. as a whole. The substantial increase in median income outpaces national averages, suggesting that North Tustin remains an economically robust area despite demographic changes.
These trends indicate that North Tustin is evolving into a more diverse, economically prosperous community. The shift towards a Majority-Minority status while maintaining high median incomes suggests a successful integration of diverse populations into the local economy. This transition may affect local culture, business landscapes, and community dynamics in the coming years.
