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Demographic Transition of Stablewood-Valley Hi North: From Moderate Diversity to Hispanic Majority
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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 Stablewood-Valley Hi North neighborhood in San Antonio, Texas, demonstrates a demographic transition from a moderately diverse community to a Hispanic Majority area between 2013 and 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 60% to 66% during this period, while the White population decreased from 35% to 18%. The Black population grew from 6% to 12%, and the Native American population increased from 0% to 3%. These changes categorize the neighborhood as a Transitional Community.
The median income in Stablewood-Valley Hi North fluctuated over the decade. It started at $64,365 in 2013, reached a peak of $78,418 in 2019, decreased to $62,587 in 2021, and then recovered to $74,497 in 2022. The highest median income periods coincided with the highest percentages of Hispanic population, suggesting a potential correlation between the growing Hispanic majority and economic prosperity in the area.
The population of the neighborhood remained relatively stable throughout the decade, with minor fluctuations. This stability, combined with the demographic shifts, indicates that the changes are likely due to internal community dynamics and migration patterns rather than large-scale population movements.
The demographic trends in Stablewood-Valley Hi North align with broader patterns observed in San Antonio and Texas. The shift towards a stronger Hispanic majority reflects the city's overall demographic trajectory. The growth in the Hispanic population and the decline in the White population mirror statewide trends in Texas, where the Hispanic population has been growing rapidly.
The economic fluctuations seen in this neighborhood, particularly the dip in 2021 followed by a recovery in 2022, are consistent with the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic observed across many urban areas in the United States. The resilience demonstrated by the quick recovery in median income suggests a robust local economy that can withstand and bounce back from external shocks.
Stablewood-Valley Hi North presents a microcosm of demographic and economic trends observed in many urban areas across Texas and the broader Southwest. Its transition to a Hispanic Majority community, coupled with its economic resilience, offers insights into the changing face of American neighborhoods and the complex interplay between racial demographics and economic outcomes.
