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Demographic Transition in Loch Lomond: From Black Majority to Hispanic Majority
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Loch Lomond, a neighborhood in Pompano Beach, Florida, has undergone significant demographic changes from 2013 to 2022. In 2013, it was categorized as a Black Majority community with 53% of the population identifying as Black. By 2022, it had transitioned to a Hispanic Majority area, with 51% of residents identifying as Hispanic. This shift represents a Transitional Community.
The White population remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 17% and 25% throughout the decade. The Asian population increased slightly from 0% to 3% by 2022. The neighborhood also saw a modest rise in residents identifying as two or more races, from 0% to 2% over the same period.
The demographic shifts in Loch Lomond correlate with changes in median income. In 2013, the median income was $26,743. As the Hispanic population grew and the Black population decreased, the median income showed an upward trend, reaching $40,344 in 2022 - a 51% increase over the decade.
The population of Loch Lomond fluctuated during this period. It decreased from 2,954 in 2010 to 2,388 in 2012, before increasing to 3,536 in 2021. The 2022 population of 3,255 represents a slight decrease from the previous year but an overall increase of 10% since 2010.
The demographic shifts observed in Loch Lomond align with broader trends seen in many urban areas across the United States, particularly in Florida. The growth of the Hispanic population reflects the increasing Hispanic presence in many parts of Florida and the southeastern United States. This trend is associated with changing economic opportunities and migration patterns.
The increase in median income suggests an improving economic situation for the neighborhood's residents. The transition from a Black Majority to a Hispanic Majority community, while maintaining a significant presence of both groups, indicates that Loch Lomond is becoming more diverse. This increased diversity often brings cultural richness to a neighborhood but can also present challenges in terms of community cohesion and resource allocation.
Loch Lomond exemplifies a Transitional Community, having undergone significant demographic and economic changes over the past decade. These shifts reflect broader regional and national trends of increasing diversity and changing urban demographics. As the community continues to evolve, it will be important to monitor how these changes impact local infrastructure, community services, and social dynamics.
