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Demographic Transition in Folsom's Central District: From White Majority to Plurality
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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 Central District of Folsom, California, currently exhibits a demographic profile categorized as a "White Plurality" community. As of 2022, the white population comprises 50% of the area. This neighborhood is located near Folsom Lake.
Over the past decade, the Central District has transitioned from a "White Majority" community to its current "White Plurality" status. In 2013, the white population constituted 54% of the neighborhood. By 2022, this percentage had decreased to 50%.
The area has been progressing towards "Moderate Diversity." The Hispanic population has increased from 16% in 2013 to 23% in 2022. The Asian population has remained stable, while the Black population has slightly decreased. The percentage of residents identifying as two or more races has increased from 2% to 6%.
These shifts indicate a "Transitional Community" status, with movement towards greater diversity over the past decade.
The demographic shifts have occurred alongside fluctuations in median income. From 2013 to 2018, median income decreased from $105,286 to $76,340. From 2018 onwards, median income has increased, reaching $100,206 in 2022. The overall population has remained relatively stable throughout this period, with minor fluctuations.
The demographic shifts observed in the Central District of Folsom align with broader trends seen across many suburban areas in California and the United States. The increase in Hispanic population and those identifying as multiracial reflects national trends of growing diversity in previously predominantly white communities.
The economic fluctuations may reflect broader economic cycles, including the recovery from the 2008 financial crisis and the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The neighborhood has maintained a high median income despite increasing diversity.
The Central District of Folsom exemplifies a community in transition, moving from a white majority to a more diverse composition while maintaining a high economic status. This evolution reflects broader national trends towards increased diversity in suburban areas and demonstrates the relationship between demographic shifts and economic factors in shaping community dynamics.
