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Demographic Background on Centervale

Recent census data have revealed changes in the demographics of many states and regions throughout the United States. Centervale’s demographic shifts have mirrored that of the rest of the country, with a 17% decrease in the white population and an increase in Hispanics and African American populations.

Specifically, the population is approximately 67% white, 16% Hispanic, 10% African American, and 5% Asian or Native American. The population has a bimodal distribution with more of the population in the younger (children and teens) and older (age 60 and above) age categories than in the middle age group (40 to 50). This presents some important challenges for public health in terms of preventive care, screening, and healthcare for the oldest and youngest segments of the population. A growing number of teenagers has created problems related to teen risk behavior as noted in the case study.

Centervale Percentage

Population

Total Population 161500

Age Distribution

Under 5 8075 5%

5–9 14535 9%

10–14 17765 11%

15–19 17765 11%

20–24 11305 7%

25–29 4845 3%

30–34 4845 3%

35–44 9690 6%

45–54 9690 6%

55–59 9690 6%

60–64 17765 11%

65–74 20995 13%

75–100 14535 9%

Sex Distribution

Male 83980 52%

Female 77520 48%

Income Distribution

Median household income 43160

Median family income 45568

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Demographic Background on Centervale

Per capita income 20817

Racial Composition

Latino 25840 16%

White 108205 67%

African American 16150 10%

Asian 8075 5%

Other 3230 2%

Population Distribution by Level of Education

Less than 9th grade 9690 6%

9th to 12th grade, no diploma 25840 16%

High school graduate, no college 48450 30%

Some college through professional degree 77520 48%