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Demographic Transition to Hispanic Majority in Northwest Corpus Christi, Texas
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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 Northwest neighborhood of Corpus Christi, Texas, underwent a significant demographic transition from 2013 to 2022. In 2013, the community was classified as "Moderate Diversity," with 56% Hispanic and 40% White populations. By 2022, it had shifted to a "Hispanic Majority" status, with 71% of the population identifying as Hispanic and 27% as White. This transition was gradual but consistent over the decade.
The demographic shifts correlated with economic trends. The median income in the neighborhood increased from $57,887 in 2013 to $65,376 in 2022, representing a growth of about 13%. However, this growth was not linear, with fluctuations observed throughout the period. The highest income levels were recorded in 2014 ($64,221) and 2021 ($72,063), with dips in between.
The population of the neighborhood grew from 15,906 in 2013 to 17,533 in 2022, an increase of about 10%. This population growth, combined with the increasing Hispanic majority, indicates that the neighborhood attracted new Hispanic residents during this period. The demographic trends in Northwest Corpus Christi align with broader patterns seen in many parts of Texas and the southwestern United States.
The economic growth in the neighborhood, while positive, appears to be roughly in line with or slightly below national averages for the same period. This suggests that while the area experienced economic improvement, it may not have outpaced broader economic trends significantly.
Northwest Corpus Christi transitioned from a moderately diverse community to one with a clear Hispanic majority over the past decade. This demographic shift occurred alongside moderate economic growth and population increase, reflecting broader regional trends but with its own unique local characteristics. The neighborhood's proximity to the Corpus Christi International Airport likely influenced local employment and economic patterns.
The continued evolution of this neighborhood will likely depend on how these demographic and economic trends interact with local factors such as the proximity to the international airport and broader city development plans.
