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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Iah - Airport Area neighborhood in Houston, Texas, is classified as a Majority-Minority community with Moderate Diversity. As of 2022, the neighborhood has a population of 50,769 and a median income of $56,361. The area includes the George Bush Intercontinental Airport, which may influence its demographic and economic patterns.
Over the past decade, the Iah - Airport Area has maintained its Majority-Minority status. In 2013, the area exhibited Moderate Diversity with a Hispanic plurality (43%) and significant Black representation (34%). By 2018, the community approached High Diversity, with Black and Hispanic populations nearly equal (41% and 42% respectively). In 2022, the neighborhood returned to Moderate Diversity, with Hispanics forming a plurality at 49% and Blacks at 35%.
The median income in the area has increased steadily, rising from $44,947 in 2013 to $56,361 in 2022, a 25.4% increase. This economic improvement correlates with demographic shifts. The rise in Hispanic population coincides with income growth, potentially indicating economic opportunities attracting this group. The slight decrease in the Black population percentage, despite overall population growth, may suggest some outward migration as incomes rose.
The demographic trends in the Iah - Airport Area reflect broader patterns observed in many urban areas across the United States. The growth of the Hispanic population aligns with national trends, where Hispanics are the fastest-growing major ethnic group. The area's income growth of 25.4% over nine years exceeds the national average, which was approximately 15-20% for the same period, indicating stronger local economic factors, possibly related to the airport's impact.
The Iah - Airport Area demonstrates a dynamic demographic landscape characterized by increasing diversity and steady economic growth. The presence of the international airport likely influences these trends, attracting a diverse workforce and contributing to the area's economic resilience. If current trends continue, the community may transition towards High Diversity in the coming years, potentially bringing both opportunities and challenges in terms of community cohesion and cultural integration.