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Demographic Shifts and Racial Composition in SE Heights, Albuquerque: From White Majority to White Plurality
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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 SE Heights neighborhood in Albuquerque, New Mexico, exhibits a Moderate Diversity profile with a White Plurality as of 2022. The white population represents 50% of the community, followed by a Hispanic presence at 40%. The neighborhood's median income was $66,355 in 2022, showing a recovery trend after a period of decline. SE Heights is located near the University of New Mexico, which may influence its demographic composition and economic dynamics.
Over the past decade, SE Heights has undergone a transition in its racial composition. In 2013, the neighborhood had a White Majority, with 54% of the population identifying as white. By 2022, this shifted to a White Plurality scenario, with the white population at 50%. The Hispanic population increased from 2013 to 2021, peaking at 46% in 2021, briefly creating a Majority-Minority status. This trend reversed slightly in 2022, with the Hispanic population decreasing to 40%.
The neighborhood has maintained a Moderate Diversity profile throughout the decade, with White and Hispanic groups consistently representing significant portions of the population. Other racial groups have maintained relatively stable, smaller percentages. The median income in SE Heights has fluctuated over the past decade. From 2013 to 2019, there was a downward trend, with median income dropping from $58,992 to $53,428. From 2020 onwards, there has been an upward trend in median income, reaching $66,355 in 2022.
The population of SE Heights has fluctuated, peaking at 4,413 in 2019 and declining to 3,606 by 2022. This population decrease, coupled with rising median income, might suggest a gentrification process or changes in the neighborhood's housing market.
The demographic shifts observed in SE Heights reflect broader national trends of increasing diversity in urban areas. The economic recovery seen in recent years, particularly the sharp increase in median income from 2020 to 2022, is notable and may outpace national averages. This could indicate broader economic development in Albuquerque or specific investments in the SE Heights area.
SE Heights presents a picture of demographic and economic change. It has shifted from a White Majority to a White Plurality community, with significant Hispanic representation. The economic trajectory, particularly the recent upward trend in median income, suggests a neighborhood in transition, potentially attracting higher-income residents while experiencing some population decline. These changes may have implications for local businesses, housing markets, and community services.
