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Garden Lakes Neighborhood: Demographic Shift to Majority-Minority Status with Hispanic Plurality
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Garden Lakes, a neighborhood in Avondale, Arizona, has transitioned from a Moderate Diversity area to a Majority-Minority community with a Hispanic plurality. As of 2022, the neighborhood has a population of 11,434 and a median income of $89,442. This suburban area is known for its family-friendly atmosphere and community center.
Over the past decade, Garden Lakes has undergone a significant demographic transition. In 2013, the neighborhood had Moderate Diversity, with a white plurality (49%) and significant Hispanic representation (34%). By 2022, the area had shifted to a Majority-Minority status with a Hispanic plurality (44%), while the white population decreased to 34%. This transition reflects a broader trend of increasing diversity in suburban areas across the United States.
The demographic shifts in Garden Lakes have been accompanied by overall economic stability and growth. The median income has risen from $87,232 in 2013 to $89,442 in 2022. The population has grown from 8,777 in 2013 to 11,434 in 2022, indicating that the area remains attractive to new residents. This population growth, combined with the stable median income, suggests that Garden Lakes has maintained its appeal as a desirable suburban community throughout its demographic transition.
The demographic shifts observed in Garden Lakes align with broader trends seen in many suburban areas across the United States, particularly in the Southwest. The growth of Hispanic populations in suburban areas has been a notable trend nationwide, often accompanied by a relative decrease in the white population.
The economic stability of Garden Lakes during this transition is noteworthy. Many communities experiencing rapid demographic changes sometimes face economic challenges, but Garden Lakes appears to have navigated this shift while maintaining a strong economic foundation. This could be attributed to the overall economic growth in the Phoenix metropolitan area, of which Avondale is a part.
The median income in Garden Lakes ($89,442 in 2022) is higher than the national median household income (which was around $70,784 in 2021), indicating that despite its demographic changes, the neighborhood remains relatively affluent compared to national averages.
Garden Lakes presents a case study of a suburban neighborhood transitioning from Moderate Diversity to a Majority-Minority status while maintaining economic stability and attractiveness to new residents. This trend reflects broader national patterns of increasing diversity in suburban areas and suggests a model for demographic change without economic disruption.
