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Demographic Transition in Plantation Isles: From White Majority to Moderate Diversity
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Plantation Isles, a neighborhood in Plantation, Florida, has transitioned from a community with Low Diversity and a White Majority to one with Moderate Diversity and a White Plurality between 2013 and 2022. The White population decreased from 72% to 54%, while the Hispanic population increased from 19% to 35%. The Black population grew slightly from 6% to 7%, and those identifying as two or more races increased from 1% to 4%. The Asian population remained small, fluctuating between 0-3% throughout the decade.
The neighborhood maintains a high median income, which stood at $128,503 in 2022. This figure has fluctuated over the years, ranging from $127,328 in 2018 to $140,704 in 2021. Despite the demographic changes, the area's economic status has remained consistently affluent.
The population of Plantation Isles has experienced a slight decrease over the decade. It declined from 5,042 in 2010 to 4,306 in 2022, with the lowest point being 4,300 in 2015. This population decrease, combined with increasing diversity and sustained high incomes, may indicate changes in household composition or a trend towards smaller, more affluent families moving into the area.
The demographic shifts in Plantation Isles align with broader trends observed in many suburban areas across the United States. The increase in the Hispanic population reflects the growing Hispanic presence in Florida and the nation. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the Hispanic population in Florida grew by 34.9% between 2010 and 2020, exceeding the national average.
The maintained high income levels in Plantation Isles, despite increasing diversity, contrast with some national trends where increasing diversity has sometimes correlated with income changes. This suggests that Plantation Isles may be attracting high-income individuals from diverse backgrounds, possibly due to its location and amenities.
The slight population decrease in Plantation Isles, concurrent with increasing diversity, could be part of a larger trend of demographic shifts in suburban areas. Many suburbs across the U.S. are experiencing increased diversity as younger, more diverse populations move out of urban centers in search of more space and affordable housing options.
Plantation Isles presents a case of a high-income suburban neighborhood transitioning from Low Diversity to Moderate Diversity while maintaining its economic status. This evolution reflects broader national trends of increasing suburban diversity but is notable for maintaining high income levels throughout this transition.
