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Demographic Transformation of Elysian Valley: From Hispanic 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
Elysian Valley, a neighborhood in Los Angeles, California, exhibits a Moderate Diversity demographic profile with a Hispanic plurality. As of 2022, the community has a population of 6,032 and a median income of $70,359. Elysian Valley is known locally as "Frogtown" due to its proximity to the Los Angeles River.
Over the past decade, Elysian Valley has undergone a demographic transition. In 2013, the neighborhood had a Hispanic Majority with 61% of the population identifying as Hispanic. By 2022, this shifted to a Moderate Diversity classification, with the Hispanic population decreasing to 43% while the Asian population increased from 28% to 35%.
This transition is part of a Transitional Community trend, with increases in Asian and White populations alongside a decrease in the Hispanic majority. The community has moved from a Hispanic majority to a more diverse mix, with three racial groups (Hispanic, Asian, and White) each representing over 15% of the population by 2022.
The demographic shifts in Elysian Valley correlate with changes in median income. From 2013 to 2022, the median income rose from $50,615 to $70,359, an increase of almost 39%. This economic uptrend coincides with the increasing diversity of the neighborhood, particularly the growth in Asian and White populations.
The population decreased slightly from 6,528 in 2013 to 6,032 in 2022. This suggests that the demographic changes are likely due to in-migration of new residents rather than a significant overall population increase.
The trends observed in Elysian Valley align with patterns of gentrification and demographic shifts seen in many urban areas across the United States. The increase in median income coupled with changing racial demographics often indicates a process of neighborhood change that can bring both opportunities and challenges for long-term residents.
The increase in median income (39% over 9 years) outpaces national averages for wage growth, suggesting that Elysian Valley may be experiencing more rapid economic changes than many other areas. This could be indicative of broader economic shifts in the Los Angeles area or specific local factors attracting higher-income residents to this neighborhood.
Elysian Valley has transformed from a Hispanic Majority community to one of Moderate Diversity over the past decade, accompanied by significant economic growth. These changes reflect broader urban trends but also present unique challenges and opportunities for community cohesion and development in this evolving Los Angeles neighborhood.
