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Demographic Evolution of Mira Vista: A Study of Racial Composition in an Affluent Fort Worth Neighborhood
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Mira Vista, a neighborhood in Fort Worth, Texas, is classified as Low Diversity with a White Majority as of 2022. The white population constitutes 65% of the area, and the median income is $139,453. The neighborhood is characterized by an exclusive country club and golf course, contributing to its upscale status and high property values.
Over the past decade, Mira Vista has shown a gradual shift from Low Diversity to Moderate Diversity, while maintaining a White Majority. In 2013, the white population was 80%, decreasing to 65% by 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 5% in 2013 to 17% in 2022, while the Asian population grew from 4% to 11% during the same period. These changes indicate a trend towards increased diversity, although the neighborhood has not yet reached High Diversity or Majority-Minority status.
As the community has diversified, the median income has also increased. The median income rose from $133,942 in 2013 to $139,453 in 2022, with a peak of $150,956 in 2021. This trend suggests that increasing diversity has not negatively impacted the neighborhood's economic status and may be correlated with economic growth.
The population of Mira Vista has remained relatively stable over the decade, fluctuating between approximately 3,600 and 4,600 residents. This stability, combined with rising incomes and increasing diversity, suggests a gradual influx of affluent minorities into the neighborhood.
The diversification trend in Mira Vista aligns with broader national patterns of increasing diversity in suburban and affluent areas. However, the pace of change in Mira Vista appears to be slower than national averages, likely due to its high property values and exclusive nature.
The neighborhood's median income significantly exceeds the national median, which was around $70,000 in 2022. This economic status may be a factor in the slower pace of diversification, as high housing costs can limit accessibility for some demographic groups.
Mira Vista is experiencing a gradual transition from Low Diversity to Moderate Diversity while maintaining its status as an affluent, predominantly white neighborhood. The increasing presence of Hispanic and Asian residents, coupled with rising median incomes, indicates a trend towards a more diverse yet economically robust community. This evolution reflects broader national trends of suburban diversification, albeit at a more measured pace due to the neighborhood's exclusive nature and high economic barriers to entry.
