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Demographic Evolution in Gavilan, Albuquerque: A Study of Racial Composition
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Gavilan, a neighborhood in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is categorized as a "Moderate Diversity" community as of 2022. The neighborhood's demographic makeup consists of Hispanic (43%), White (45%), and Native American (6%) populations, with smaller representations from other racial groups. Gavilan has a population of 183 residents as of 2022.
Over the past decade, Gavilan has undergone significant demographic changes. In 2013-2015, the neighborhood had a Hispanic Majority (50-53%). By 2022, it transitioned to a Moderate Diversity community, with Hispanic and White populations nearly equal. The White population increased from 39% in 2013 to a peak of 59% in 2020, before declining to 45% in 2022. The Native American population has fluctuated between 0% and 9% over the years.
The demographic shifts in Gavilan correlate with notable economic changes. Median income rose from $53,156 in 2013 to a peak of $90,236 in 2018, coinciding with an increase in the White population percentage. Post-2018, income levels have fluctuated, settling at $75,660 in 2022. This period aligns with the transition to a more diverse racial composition. Despite demographic changes, the overall population has remained relatively stable, ranging from 151 to 216 residents over the decade.
Gavilan's trends can be contextualized within broader national patterns. The shift towards greater diversity in Gavilan mirrors national trends of increasing racial and ethnic diversity in urban areas. The correlation between higher median incomes and increased White population percentage (2013-2018) potentially reflects wider patterns of racial income disparities in the United States. The changes observed after 2020, including income fluctuations and increased diversity, may be part of broader demographic shifts influenced by factors such as the COVID-19 pandemic and changing urban migration patterns.
Gavilan has evolved from a Hispanic Majority community to one of Moderate Diversity over the past decade. This transition has been accompanied by significant economic changes, particularly in median income. The neighborhood's small size may amplify the impact of these demographic and economic shifts on community dynamics. As Gavilan continues to diversify, it may face both challenges and opportunities in maintaining community cohesion while embracing its evolving multicultural character.
