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Demographic Transition in Zip Code 78010: White Majority to Increasing Hispanic Population
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 78010 in Center Point, Texas, transitioned from a White Majority community to a Transitional Community between 2013 and 2022. The white population decreased from above 68% in 2013-2016 to approximately 52% in 2022. Concurrently, the Hispanic population increased from 27% in 2013 to 42% in 2022.
The community experienced significant population growth, increasing from 1,883 in 2013 to 3,019 in 2022, representing a 60% increase. This demographic shift coincided with economic changes in the area.
Median income in the zip code fluctuated between $46,000 and $59,000 from 2013 to 2019. A substantial increase occurred from 2020 to 2022, with median income rising from $57,901 in 2019 to $94,091 in 2021, before decreasing slightly to $77,747 in 2022.
The Hispanic population demonstrated the most substantial growth, nearly doubling from 21% in 2015 to 42% in 2022. Other racial groups, including Asian and multiracial categories, began to appear in the data from 2020 onwards, albeit in small percentages.
The significant increase in median income coincides with the period of increased racial diversity, particularly the growth of the Hispanic population. This correlation suggests that the influx of new residents, particularly from Hispanic backgrounds, may have brought economic opportunities or reflected broader economic growth in the area.
The trends observed in Center Point align with broader patterns seen in many parts of the United States, including increasing diversity in previously homogeneous communities and economic growth accompanying demographic changes. The sharp increase in median income from 2019 to 2021 may reflect national trends of economic recovery and growth following the initial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Center Point (78010) has undergone a significant transformation over the past decade, evolving from a predominantly white community to a more diverse area with a strong Hispanic presence. This demographic shift has coincided with substantial economic growth, particularly in recent years. The area exemplifies the concept of a Transitional Community, with changes in racial composition occurring alongside notable improvements in economic indicators.
