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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Stonehouse neighborhood in Napa, California, has been classified as a "Transitional Community" as of 2022, with a trend towards increasing diversity. The neighborhood exhibits a "Moderate Diversity" profile, with a White population of 45% and a Hispanic population of 43%. The median income in 2022 was $78,910, indicating a relatively affluent community despite recent fluctuations. Stonehouse's proximity to Napa Valley's wineries likely influences its demographic and economic dynamics.
Over the past decade, Stonehouse has transitioned from a "White Majority" community to a more diverse neighborhood. In 2013, the area had "Low Diversity" with a 64% White population. By 2022, it had evolved into a "Moderate Diversity" community, approaching "Majority-Minority" status. The Hispanic population has shown significant growth, increasing from 30% in 2013 to 43% in 2022, suggesting a potential future "Hispanic Plurality" if current trends continue. The Asian population has also grown modestly from 2% to 7% during this period.
The median income in Stonehouse has fluctuated over the past decade, peaking at $96,390 in 2017 before declining to $78,910 in 2022. This downward trend in income correlates with the increasing diversity of the neighborhood. Possible explanations include the influx of lower-income households, economic factors affecting the wine industry or tourism, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on certain demographic groups or industries in the area. Despite the recent decline, the median income remains relatively high compared to national averages.
The demographic shifts in Stonehouse align with broader trends seen across California, where Hispanic and Asian populations have been growing. However, the rate of change in Stonehouse appears to be more rapid than the state average, possibly due to its smaller size and specific local factors such as employment opportunities in the wine industry.
The economic fluctuations, particularly the post-2017 decline in median income, may reflect wider economic challenges faced by the wine industry and tourism sector in Napa Valley. These industries are sensitive to factors such as climate change, wildfires, and economic downturns, which could explain some of the observed trends.
Stonehouse exemplifies a "Transitional Community" that is moving from a predominantly White, high-income area to a more diverse, moderately affluent neighborhood. This transition is reshaping the cultural and economic landscape of this Napa neighborhood.