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Demographic Transition in Gilburr Estates: A Study of Racial Composition and Economic Trends
CATEGORY
Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Gilburr Estates, a neighborhood in Mesa, Arizona, is characterized as a predominantly White Majority community with Low Diversity. As of 2022, the neighborhood has a population of 1,472 and a median income of $73,936. The neighborhood is known for its well-maintained parks and community gardens.
Over the past decade, Gilburr Estates has maintained its status as a White Majority community, but with notable changes. In 2013, the white population comprised 82% of the total. By 2022, this percentage decreased to 74%, still qualifying as Low Diversity but showing a trend towards increased racial representation from other groups.
The most significant changes occurred in the Black and Hispanic populations. The Black population increased from 3% in 2013 to 10% in 2022, while the Hispanic population fluctuated, peaking at 12% in 2019 before declining to 6% in 2022. The "Two or More Races" category also saw growth, from 3% in 2013 to 8% in 2022.
These shifts suggest that while Gilburr Estates remains predominantly white, it is slowly transitioning towards Moderate Diversity. The consistent increase in the Black population and the growth in multiracial residents indicate a Transitional Community status.
The median income in Gilburr Estates has shown overall growth, rising from $65,950 in 2013 to $73,936 in 2022, an increase of about 12%. This growth has not been linear. The neighborhood experienced peak median income in 2021 at $82,584, followed by a decrease in 2022.
The population has grown steadily from 1,087 in 2013 to 1,472 in 2022, a 35% increase. This population growth, coupled with the overall increase in median income, suggests that Gilburr Estates has become an increasingly desirable location for residents.
The economic trends appear to correlate with the demographic shifts. As the community has become slightly more diverse, the median income has generally increased, suggesting that the incoming residents may be contributing to the neighborhood's economic growth.
Gilburr Estates' changes are relatively modest compared to national trends. Many urban areas across the United States have experienced more rapid diversification over the same period. The neighborhood's continued White Majority status contrasts with the increasing number of Majority-Minority communities in many parts of the country.
The median income growth in Gilburr Estates outpaces the national average, which saw about a 7% increase in median household income from 2013 to 2022. This suggests that Gilburr Estates is becoming relatively more affluent compared to the nation as a whole.
Gilburr Estates is experiencing a gradual transition towards greater diversity while maintaining economic growth. These changes indicate a slow but steady evolution of the neighborhood's demographic and economic landscape. The community appears to be balancing its traditional character with emerging diversity, potentially setting the stage for further changes in the coming years.
