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Demographic Shifts and Racial Composition in Northeast Reno: A Study of Increasing Diversity
CATEGORY
Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Northeast neighborhood of Reno, Nevada, exhibits characteristics of a Moderate Diversity community with a significant Hispanic population and a substantial White presence. As of 2022, the neighborhood has a population of 29,863 and a median income of $47,998. This area is in proximity to the University of Nevada, Reno.
Over the past decade, the Northeast neighborhood of Reno has undergone a transition in its racial composition. In 2013, the area had a White Plurality, with whites comprising 42% of the population and Hispanics at 39%. By 2022, the community had shifted towards a Moderate Diversity status, with whites and Hispanics each representing 44% and 39% of the population, respectively.
The Hispanic population has increased gradually, rising from 34% in 2017 to 39% in 2022. The White population decreased slightly from 47% in 2017 to 44% in 2022. Residents identifying as two or more races increased from 2% in 2013 to 6% in 2022.
The median income in the Northeast neighborhood has shown overall growth, with fluctuations. It rose from $38,551 in 2013 to $52,037 in 2021 before declining to $47,998 in 2022. This upward trend in income correlates with the increasing diversity of the neighborhood. The population has grown from 27,471 in 2013 to 29,863 in 2022, a 9% increase.
The demographic shifts observed in the Northeast neighborhood of Reno align with broader national trends of increasing diversity in urban areas. The growth in the Hispanic population and those identifying as multiracial mirrors patterns seen in many U.S. cities over the past decade.
The economic trajectory of the neighborhood, with its overall increase in median income, suggests a degree of gentrification or urban renewal. The presence of the University of Nevada, Reno likely contributes to the area's diversity and economic vitality, attracting students, faculty, and associated businesses that cater to a diverse, education-oriented population.
The Northeast neighborhood of Reno exemplifies a community in transition, moving towards greater diversity while experiencing economic growth. These changes reflect broader urban trends and suggest a dynamic, evolving community that may continue to see shifts in its demographic and economic landscape in the coming years.
