The demographic shifts correlate with changes in median income. As the neighborhood transitioned to a more homogeneous racial composition, there was an initial increase in median income from $39,049 in 2013 to a peak of $54,451 in 2019. However, recent years have seen a slight decline, with the 2022 median income at $50,309. This pattern suggests that the increasing white majority coincided with rising incomes, potentially indicating a gentrification process. The recent income decline, despite the continued white majority, could reflect broader economic challenges or changes in the local job market.

The trend in Highlander Heights contrasts with national patterns, where many urban and suburban areas are becoming more diverse over time. The decrease in Hispanic population is notable, as Hispanic populations have generally been growing in many parts of the United States. The neighborhood's proximity to Colorado State University might explain some of these trends. If the area has become increasingly popular with university faculty, staff, or more affluent students, this could account for both the increasing white majority and the initial rise in median income.

The recent decrease in median income, despite the continued white majority, might reflect national economic trends such as inflation and housing market challenges, which have affected many communities across the U.S. in recent years. Highlander Heights presents a case of a neighborhood diverging from national diversity trends, potentially due to local factors such as university influence and possible gentrification. The economic correlates of these demographic shifts highlight the complex interplay between racial composition and community wealth in American neighborhoods.