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Demographic Transition in Carverdale: From Moderate Diversity to Hispanic Majority
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Carverdale, a neighborhood in Houston, Texas, has transitioned from a moderately diverse community to a Hispanic Majority area over the past decade. As of 2022, the Hispanic population comprises 59% of the total, surpassing the 50% threshold for a racial majority. The neighborhood's median income is $78,967. Carverdale's location near the Northwest Transit Center makes it strategically important for commuters in the Houston metropolitan area.
In 2013, Carverdale exhibited Moderate Diversity, with Hispanic (39%), White (37%), and Black (11%) populations having significant representation. The community maintained this status for several years, with minor fluctuations among major racial groups. A notable transition began around 2020 when the Hispanic population reached 48%. By 2021, the neighborhood became a Hispanic Plurality (52%), and in 2022, it achieved Hispanic Majority status at 59%. This increase in the Hispanic population coincided with decreases in other racial groups, particularly the White population, which declined from 37% in 2013 to 27% in 2022.
The median income in Carverdale has fluctuated within the $75,000 to $85,000 range over the years. A significant increase occurred from $76,918 in 2019 to $88,371 in 2021, followed by a decrease to $78,967 in 2022. This recent drop coincides with the solidification of the Hispanic Majority status. The population of Carverdale has remained relatively stable, ranging from 8,500 to 9,000 residents over the decade.
The trend observed in Carverdale aligns with broader demographic shifts seen in many urban areas across the United States, particularly in Texas. The growth of the Hispanic population in Houston and other major Texas cities has been a significant trend over the past few decades. The rapidity of the shift in Carverdale from Moderate Diversity to Hispanic Majority within a decade is notable and more pronounced than in many other neighborhoods.
The median income in Carverdale has generally remained above the national median household income. This suggests that despite the demographic changes, Carverdale has maintained a relatively strong economic position compared to national averages.
Carverdale presents a case study of rapid demographic transition within an urban neighborhood. The shift from Moderate Diversity to Hispanic Majority over a decade, coupled with fluctuations in median income, reflects both local dynamics and broader regional trends in population movement and economic development. These changes are likely to have implications for local community dynamics, cultural institutions, and potentially for urban planning and service provision in the area.
