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Demographic Transitions and Racial Composition in Armada Neighborhood, Moreno Valley
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Armada neighborhood in Moreno Valley, California, transitioned from a Majority-Minority community to a Hispanic Majority neighborhood between 2013 and 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 65% to 75% during this period. Concurrently, the White population decreased from 16% to 6%, while the Black population fluctuated, peaking at 17% in 2017-2018 before returning to 11% by 2022. The Asian population remained stable at 4-5% throughout the decade.
The median income in Armada increased from $46,886 in 2013 to $68,981 in 2022, representing a 47% growth. This economic improvement coincided with the increasing Hispanic majority. The population of Armada grew from 8,025 in 2013 to 8,481 in 2022, a 5.7% increase, with fluctuations including a peak of 9,379 in 2016 followed by a gradual decline.
The demographic shift in Armada reflects broader trends in California and the United States, where the Hispanic population has been growing rapidly. However, the 75% Hispanic concentration in Armada by 2022 is higher than the California average of approximately 39% Hispanic as of 2021. Armada's income growth of 47% from 2013 to 2022 outpaced the national average of about 27% for the same period.
The transition from a more diverse community to a Hispanic Majority area is pronounced in Armada. This trend is observed in many parts of California but is notable in rapidly growing suburban areas like Moreno Valley. The economic improvement alongside this demographic shift indicates that the growing Hispanic community in Armada is contributing to and benefiting from the area's economic growth.
Armada has transitioned from a Majority-Minority community to a Hispanic Majority neighborhood over the past decade, accompanied by significant economic growth. This shift reflects broader regional trends but is more pronounced in this specific neighborhood, suggesting localized factors driving both demographic and economic changes.
