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El Cid: A White Majority Neighborhood with Increasing Hispanic Population and Rising Incomes
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
El Cid, a neighborhood in West Palm Beach, Florida, is categorized as a "White Majority" community with a high median income. As of 2022, the population of El Cid was 1,543 with a median income of $95,311. The neighborhood is known for its historic Mediterranean Revival and Mission-style homes from the 1920s.
Over the past decade, El Cid has maintained its status as a "White Majority" community. The White population has fluctuated between 65% and 78% of the total population. The Hispanic population has increased from 10% in 2013 to 18% in 2022. The Black population decreased slightly from 5% in 2013 to 3% in 2022. The Asian population fluctuated between 1% and 7% over the years.
The median income in El Cid has shown significant fluctuations and overall growth. From 2013 to 2016, incomes were relatively stable, ranging from $58,071 to $68,696. The period from 2017 to 2019 saw stability around $62,000-$68,000. From 2020 to 2022, there was a dramatic increase, with median income reaching $95,311 in 2022.
The economic growth in El Cid correlates with the slight increase in diversity, particularly the growth in the Hispanic population. This may indicate that the neighborhood is attracting more affluent Hispanic residents. Population trends have been relatively stable, fluctuating between about 1,500 and 1,900 residents over the decade.
The trends in El Cid reflect broader patterns seen in many upscale urban neighborhoods across the United States. The increasing Hispanic population aligns with national trends of growing Hispanic populations in many urban areas. The sharp increase in median income since 2020 outpaces national averages. The stable White majority suggests El Cid remains a desirable enclave for affluent White residents.
El Cid represents a stable, affluent "White Majority" neighborhood with signs of becoming a "Transitional Community," particularly with regards to its growing Hispanic population. The increase in median income since 2020 suggests that the neighborhood is becoming increasingly exclusive, potentially attracting high-earning professionals from diverse backgrounds.
