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Demographic Evolution in Zip Code 87110: From White Majority to Diverse Community
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The 87110 zip code in Albuquerque, New Mexico, as of 2022, is classified as a Majority-Minority community with Moderate Diversity. The area has a population of 41,592 and a median income of $55,601. No single racial group constitutes a majority, with Hispanic residents forming 42% and White residents 43% of the population.
Over the past decade, this zip code has undergone a significant demographic transformation. In 2013, it was categorized as a White Majority community, with 53% of the population identifying as White. By 2017, it had transitioned to a Majority-Minority status, which it has maintained since then.
The Hispanic population has shown the most substantial growth, increasing from 35% in 2013 to 42% in 2022. This growth, combined with slight increases in other minority populations, has contributed to the area's shift towards greater diversity. The percentage of residents identifying as two or more races has also increased notably, from 2% in 2013 to 5% in 2022, further enhancing the area's diversity.
The median income in this zip code has shown moderate growth over the observed period, increasing from $53,393 in 2013 to $55,601 in 2022, representing a 4.1% increase. The most significant jump in median income occurred between 2020 and 2021, rising from $55,483 to $60,055, an 8.2% increase in a single year.
The population has remained relatively stable over the decade, with a slight overall increase from 39,835 in 2013 to 41,592 in 2022, suggesting that the demographic changes are more likely due to shifting racial identification or targeted migration rather than large-scale population influx.
The demographic shifts observed in this Albuquerque zip code align with broader national trends of increasing diversity, particularly in urban and suburban areas. The growth of the Hispanic population and those identifying as multiracial mirrors similar trends seen across many parts of the United States.
The moderate income growth, while positive, may not have kept pace with national averages or inflation rates. The significant income jump in 2021 could be related to pandemic-related economic factors or changes in the local job market.
The 87110 zip code in Albuquerque has evolved from a White Majority area to a Majority-Minority community with Moderate Diversity over the past decade. This transition reflects broader national demographic trends and has occurred alongside modest economic growth. The area's increasing diversity, particularly the growth in Hispanic and multiracial populations, suggests a dynamic and changing community.
