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Demographic Transition in Lincoln Village West: From White Majority to Hispanic 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
Lincoln Village West, a neighborhood in Stockton, California, represents a Majority-Minority community with a Hispanic plurality as of 2022. The area is characterized by Moderate Diversity, with Hispanic (40%), White (38%), and Asian (11%) populations forming the primary racial groups. The neighborhood has transitioned from a White majority to its current diverse composition over the past decade. Lincoln Village West maintains a middle-class economic profile with a median income of $68,402 in 2022, though it has experienced fluctuations in recent years.
In 2013, Lincoln Village West was categorized as a White Majority community, with 53% of the population identifying as White. Over the next decade, the neighborhood evolved into a Majority-Minority area by 2019. This shift was primarily driven by a steady increase in the Hispanic population, which grew from 24% in 2013 to 40% in 2022. The Asian population remained relatively stable at 11-12% throughout the decade. The Black population experienced fluctuations but generally remained between 5-10%. The percentage of residents identifying as two or more races increased from 4% to 6% over the period.
The median income in Lincoln Village West has shown volatility over the past decade. From 2013 to 2022, it changed from $68,647 to $68,402, with peaks and troughs in between. There was a significant drop in median income from $72,524 in 2021 to $68,402 in 2022, coinciding with the final stages of the neighborhood's transition to a Majority-Minority status. The population has grown from 9,088 in 2013 to 10,262 in 2022, indicating the neighborhood's increasing attractiveness.
The demographic shifts observed in Lincoln Village West reflect broader trends seen across California and many urban areas in the United States. The increase in Hispanic population and the transition to a Majority-Minority status is consistent with statewide demographic changes in California, which became a Majority-Minority state in the early 2000s. The neighborhood's median income has generally remained above the national median, reflecting California's higher cost of living and economic opportunities. However, the recent decline in median income may indicate challenges in maintaining economic stability amidst rapid demographic changes.
Lincoln Village West exemplifies a Transitional Community, having undergone significant demographic shifts over the past decade. These changes have transformed it from a White Majority area to a diverse, Majority-Minority neighborhood with a strong Hispanic presence. The community has maintained a relatively stable economic profile, but recent fluctuations in median income suggest ongoing adjustments to these demographic shifts. As the neighborhood continues to evolve, it will be important to monitor how these changes impact local services, community cohesion, and economic opportunities for all residents.
