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Demographic Transition in Casa de Sol: From Hispanic Majority to Moderate Diversity
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Casa de Sol, a neighborhood in Mesa, Arizona, has undergone significant demographic changes from 2013 to 2022. In 2022, the neighborhood had a population of 4,538 and a median income of $40,526. Casa de Sol transitioned from a Hispanic Majority community to one of Moderate Diversity with a Hispanic Plurality over this period.
The Hispanic population in Casa de Sol decreased from 53% in 2013 to 34% in 2022. Simultaneously, the "Two or More Races" category increased from negligible levels to 17% in 2022. The White population remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 33-40% throughout the decade. The Black population increased from 3% in 2013 to 11% in 2022, while the Native American representation grew to 3% by 2022.
The median income in Casa de Sol increased from $36,419 in 2013 to $40,526 in 2022, representing an 11.3% growth. This growth was not linear, with some years showing declines. Significant income growth coincided with periods of increased diversity, such as between 2018 and 2019 when the median income increased by 16%.
The population of Casa de Sol grew by 33% from 3,406 in 2013 to 4,538 in 2022. This population growth, combined with increasing diversity and rising median income, suggests the neighborhood has become more attractive to a wider range of residents.
The demographic shifts in Casa de Sol align with broader national trends towards increased racial diversity, particularly in urban and suburban areas. The growth in the "Two or More Races" category reflects a national trend of increasing multiracial identification.
Casa de Sol's 11.3% median income growth slightly outpaces the national average of about 10% between 2013 and 2022, suggesting a relatively healthy local economy.
In conclusion, Casa de Sol has evolved from a Hispanic Majority community to one of Moderate Diversity with a Hispanic Plurality over the past decade. This transition has been accompanied by modest economic growth and significant population increase. These trends reflect broader national patterns of increasing diversity and suggest that Casa de Sol is a neighborhood in transition, likely to continue evolving in the coming years.
