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Demographic Transition in Zip Code 94546: From White Majority to Moderate Diversity
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Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 94546 in Castro Valley, California, has transitioned from a "White Majority" community in 2013 to a "Moderate Diversity" community by 2022. The population of 47,438 consists of 39% White, 28% Asian, and 19% Hispanic residents. No single racial group constitutes a majority. The median income is $109,999.
Over the past decade, Castro Valley has experienced significant demographic shifts. The White population decreased from 53% to 39%, while the Asian population increased from 17% to 28%. The Hispanic population remained stable at around 19-20%. The Black population slightly increased from 5% to 7%, and the multiracial population grew from 3% to 5%. These changes reflect a trend towards increasing diversity.
The demographic changes have occurred alongside economic growth. The median income rose from $91,459 in 2013 to $109,999 in 2022, a 20% increase outpacing inflation. A notable spike in median income occurred between 2020 and 2021, coinciding with rapid growth in the Asian population percentage. The population grew by 9.7% from 43,226 in 2013 to 47,438 in 2022.
The demographic shifts in Castro Valley align with trends seen in many suburban areas of California and other parts of the United States. The increase in Asian population and decline in White population percentage is consistent with patterns observed in many tech-adjacent communities, particularly in the San Francisco Bay Area. The income growth in Castro Valley outpaces the national average, reflecting the strong economic performance of the broader Bay Area region.
The transition from a "White Majority" to a "Moderate Diversity" community over a decade is a relatively rapid change. This quick transition suggests that the community may be facing both opportunities and challenges related to integration, cultural adaptation, and evolving community needs.
Castro Valley has undergone significant demographic and economic changes over the past decade, transitioning from a predominantly White community to one of moderate diversity with a strong Asian presence. These changes have occurred alongside substantial income growth, positioning the area as an increasingly diverse and affluent suburb within the San Francisco Bay Area region.
