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Montalvo Neighborhood in Ventura: Transition to Majority-Minority Status and Hispanic Population Growth
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Montalvo, a neighborhood in Ventura, California, exhibits moderate diversity with a significant Hispanic population and substantial White presence. As of 2022, the neighborhood had 13,595 residents and a median income of $77,853. Montalvo is proximate to the Ventura County Fairgrounds.
Over the past decade, Montalvo has maintained its moderate diversity status, with notable shifts in racial composition. The neighborhood transitioned from a White Majority (51%) in 2013 to a Hispanic Plurality (41% Hispanic, 46% White) by 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 37% to 41%, while the White population decreased from 51% to 46% during this period.
Asian and Black populations remained relatively stable with slight increases over the decade. The "Two or More Races" category grew from 3% in 2013 to 5% in 2022, indicating an increasing trend towards multiracial identities in the community.
The median income in Montalvo increased from $73,655 in 2013 to $77,853 in 2022, a 5.7% rise over the decade. This growth has not kept pace with inflation, suggesting a potential decline in real purchasing power for residents. The population remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 12,400 and 13,800 residents.
The increasing Hispanic population correlates with a modest increase in median income. The relationship between demographic changes and economic trends is influenced by factors such as education, job market changes, and regional economic conditions.
The demographic shifts in Montalvo align with broader trends seen across California and many parts of the United States, where Hispanic populations are growing and diversifying communities. The gradual nature of these changes suggests a relatively stable community undergoing organic demographic evolution.
The median income growth in Montalvo appears slower than the average income growth in California over the same period. This could indicate that the neighborhood may be lagging behind broader state trends, potentially due to local economic factors or the specific industry mix in the Ventura area.
Montalvo exemplifies a community in transition, moving from a White Majority to a more diverse makeup with a growing Hispanic influence. This demographic evolution, coupled with modest economic growth, indicates a neighborhood gradually adapting to changing societal trends while maintaining stability in its overall population and community structure.
