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Demographic Transition in Coliseum-Willow Park: From Black Majority to Hispanic Majority
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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 Coliseum-Willow Park neighborhood in San Antonio, Texas, demonstrates a significant demographic shift from 2013 to 2022. In 2022, it is classified as a Hispanic Majority community, with 62% of the population identifying as Hispanic. This represents a change from its status as a Black Majority community in 2013, when 61% of residents identified as Black. The neighborhood's median income in 2022 is $34,564, which is lower than the national median. Coliseum-Willow Park is located near the AT&T Center, home of the San Antonio Spurs NBA team.
The neighborhood experienced a period of Moderate Diversity between 2015 and 2020, with no single group exceeding 60% of the population. During this time, there was a more balanced representation of Black and Hispanic residents, along with a gradually increasing White population. By 2021, the Hispanic population became the plurality, and by 2022, it reached majority status.
The median income in Coliseum-Willow Park has shown significant fluctuations over the past decade. There was a sharp increase from $36,364 in 2014 to $62,307 in 2016, followed by a decrease to $37,926 in 2017. The population of the neighborhood has also varied, reaching a peak of 1,364 in 2014 and dropping to a low of 694 in 2018, before increasing to 1,202 in 2022. These population changes coincide with shifts in racial composition.
The increasing Hispanic population in Coliseum-Willow Park aligns with broader trends seen across Texas and many parts of the United States. Many urban areas have experienced growth in Hispanic populations over the past decade, often accompanied by shifts in local economies and cultural landscapes.
The median income in Coliseum-Willow Park ($34,564 in 2022) is lower than both the Texas state median income (approximately $64,000 in 2022) and the U.S. national median (about $70,000 in 2022). This disparity indicates economic challenges faced by residents in this neighborhood compared to broader regional and national contexts.
The demographic transition from a Black Majority to a Hispanic Majority community, while maintaining a low median income, suggests that the neighborhood may be experiencing ongoing socio-economic challenges. This could be indicative of broader urban issues such as gentrification, changing job markets, or shifts in affordable housing availability in the wider San Antonio area.
Coliseum-Willow Park has undergone a significant demographic transition over the past decade, evolving from a Black Majority to a Hispanic Majority community. This shift has been accompanied by fluctuations in population and median income, reflecting complex socio-economic dynamics at play in this San Antonio neighborhood. The community's proximity to major attractions like the AT&T Center adds a dimension to its economic landscape, potentially influencing local employment opportunities and community development.
