The demographic changes in Audubon have coincided with fluctuations in median income. From 2013 to 2022, the median income increased from $93,579 to $97,440, peaking at $120,029 in 2021. This overall upward trend in income suggests that the neighborhood has maintained its affluent status while becoming slightly more diverse.

The population has grown moderately, from 15,943 in 2013 to 17,566 in 2022, indicating that the area remains attractive to new residents. This population growth, combined with increasing diversity and rising incomes, suggests that Audubon is experiencing gentrification while slowly opening up to a more diverse population.

The gradual diversification of Audubon reflects broader trends seen in many affluent urban neighborhoods across the United States. However, the pace of change in Audubon appears to be slower than in many other areas, maintaining its status as a predominantly white, high-income enclave.

New Orleans as a whole is known for its rich cultural diversity, with a history of being a Majority-Minority city. The slow diversification of Audubon might indicate a gradual integration of the neighborhood with the broader demographic makeup of the city, though it remains significantly less diverse than New Orleans overall.

The economic resilience of Audubon, as evidenced by its consistently high median income, sets it apart from many other neighborhoods in New Orleans and the broader region, which have faced economic challenges in the aftermath of natural disasters and economic downturns.

In conclusion, while Audubon is showing signs of becoming a Transitional Community, moving towards greater diversity, it remains a predominantly white, affluent neighborhood. The gradual nature of these changes suggests a controlled evolution rather than rapid demographic shifts, potentially allowing for a more stable integration of new residents into the existing community structure.