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Strong Asian-American presence

A city where Asian-American households comprise 59.24% of the population, having grown from less than 6% in 1980 to a demographic majority by 2020.

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Diamond Bar's demographics changed dramatically over four decades. In 1980, the Asian-American population comprised 5.93% of the city; by the 2020 census, Asian-Americans made up 59.24% of the city's 55,072 residents. This transformation reflects patterns of migration, economic opportunity and community growth across the San Gabriel Valley, as immigrant families and their descendants established themselves in southern California.

The growth of Asian-American households in Diamond Bar occurred alongside rising median incomes and strong school systems, with families choosing the city as a place to raise children and build businesses. The demographic shift also reflects the professional and technical employment base of Los Angeles County, where many households work in engineering, healthcare, finance, and technology fields. Schools in the area serve both the Pomona Unified School District and the Walnut Valley Unified School District, with 31 schools total in Diamond Bar.

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