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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Sierra Linda, a neighborhood in Oxnard, California, represents a Hispanic Majority community with 84% of its population identifying as Hispanic in 2022. This demographic composition categorizes it as "Low Diversity," with one racial group comprising over 75% of the population. The neighborhood has experienced economic fluctuations over the past decade, with median income rising from $63,830 in 2022 to $76,961 in 2021, before declining again. Sierra Linda's proximity to agricultural areas likely influences its demographic makeup and economic characteristics.
Over the past decade, Sierra Linda has maintained its status as a Hispanic Majority community. The Hispanic population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 81% and 86% from 2013 to 2022. This stability indicates that the neighborhood has not transitioned between diversity categories during this period. Minor shifts have occurred within minority populations, with the Asian population increasing slightly from 3% in 2013 to 6% in 2020, before declining to 1% in 2022. The White population has fluctuated between 7% and 11% throughout the decade, while the Black population has remained relatively constant at 2-3%.
The median income in Sierra Linda has shown significant volatility over the past decade. From 2013 to 2016, there was a notable decline in median income from $58,323 to $45,652. A recovery period followed, with income rising to $65,485 by 2020. A sharp increase occurred in 2021, reaching $76,961, followed by a decline to $63,830 in 2022. These economic fluctuations do not appear to have significantly altered the racial composition of the neighborhood, suggesting a degree of resilience in the Hispanic community's presence.
The demographic composition of Sierra Linda reflects broader trends in California and particularly in agricultural regions, where Hispanic populations often form significant majorities. The economic volatility experienced in Sierra Linda may be more pronounced than in other areas, possibly due to its reliance on agricultural and related industries.
The maintenance of a Hispanic Majority status despite economic fluctuations contrasts with some national trends where economic changes often correlate with demographic shifts. This stability might suggest that factors beyond economic considerations, such as cultural ties and established community networks, play a significant role in maintaining the neighborhood's demographic composition.
Sierra Linda presents a case of demographic stability within a context of economic volatility. It has consistently remained a Hispanic Majority, Low Diversity community over the past decade, while experiencing significant economic fluctuations. This resilience in demographic composition amidst economic changes could be a subject for further study to understand the factors contributing to community stability in diverse urban areas.