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Demographic and Racial Transformation of Las Colinas Urban Center: A Decade of Change
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Las Colinas Urban Center in Irving, Texas, has a "Moderate Diversity" demographic profile based on 2022 data. No single racial group constitutes a majority. The largest group is White at 41%, followed by Hispanic at 29%, Asian at 13%, and Black at 12%. The median income of $86,648 in 2022 indicates an affluent community. Las Colinas is a planned community with residential areas, office spaces, and entertainment venues within the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.
Las Colinas Urban Center has undergone a significant demographic transformation over the past decade. In 2013, the neighborhood had a "White Plurality," with White residents comprising 47% of the population. By 2022, this shifted to a "Moderate Diversity" classification, with no group exceeding 41% of the population. The Hispanic population increased from 25% in 2013 to 29% in 2022. The Black population rose from 13% to 16% between 2013 and 2021, before decreasing to 12% in 2022. The Asian population remained stable at around 12-13% throughout the decade.
The demographic shifts have been accompanied by economic changes. The median income increased from $74,538 in 2013 to $86,648 in 2022, a 16% increase. The population grew from 11,370 in 2013 to 14,799 in 2022, a 30% increase. This population growth and rising incomes indicate a thriving and increasingly diverse community attracting new residents.
The trends in Las Colinas Urban Center align with patterns seen in many U.S. urban areas, where increasing diversity often accompanies economic growth. Las Colinas Urban Center's median income of $86,648 in 2022 is higher than the U.S. median household income of $70,784 (as of 2021), suggesting it is outpacing national economic growth while becoming more diverse.
The area's transformation from a "White Plurality" to "Moderate Diversity" over a decade reflects accelerated demographic changes compared to many other U.S. communities. This rapid shift may indicate Las Colinas's strong economic pull factors and its appeal to a diverse range of professionals and families.
Las Colinas Urban Center has evolved into a more diverse and economically prosperous community over the past decade. These changes reflect local dynamics and broader national trends towards increasing diversity in urban areas, particularly those with strong economic growth. The neighborhood's ability to maintain high income levels while becoming more diverse suggests a positive integration of various racial and ethnic groups into its economic fabric.
