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Demographic Transition and Racial Composition in the Islands Neighborhood of Foster City, California
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Islands neighborhood in Foster City, California, has undergone a demographic transition from 2013 to 2022. As of 2022, it is classified as a Majority-Minority community with an Asian Plurality. The neighborhood has a high median income of $171,810. The area features man-made lagoons and waterways, contributing to its island-like layout.
The neighborhood has experienced significant demographic shifts over the past decade. In 2013, it was a White Majority community with 52% of the population identifying as white. By 2015, it had transitioned to a Majority-Minority status with an Asian Plurality, a categorization that has persisted through 2022. The Asian population increased from 39% in 2013 to 55% in 2022, while the white population declined from 52% to 35% during the same period.
The demographic changes have coincided with fluctuations in median income. In 2013, the median income was $175,451. As the community transitioned to Majority-Minority status, there was an initial decrease in median income, reaching $149,126 in 2015. However, the income has since increased, reaching $171,810 in 2022, nearly returning to its 2013 levels.
The demographic evolution of the Islands neighborhood aligns with broader trends observed in the San Francisco Bay Area and Silicon Valley. Many communities in this region have experienced similar shifts towards increased Asian representation, often driven by the tech industry's growth and its ability to attract international talent.
The neighborhood's consistently high median income, even through demographic transitions, sets it apart from national trends. The Islands neighborhood has maintained its status as a high-income area. This stability suggests a smooth integration of new residents into the local economy and housing market.
The population of the neighborhood has remained relatively stable over the decade, with a slight increase from 2,073 in 2010 to 2,110 in 2022. This modest growth, coupled with the significant demographic shift, indicates that the change is likely due to turnover in existing housing rather than large-scale new development.
The Islands neighborhood exemplifies a transition to a Majority-Minority community while maintaining its economic prosperity. This evolution reflects broader regional trends in the Bay Area's demographic makeup and economic landscape, driven by the tech industry's influence and changing immigration patterns.
