Loading Content...
Demographic Shifts and Racial Diversity in Las Vegas Wash Neighborhood
CATEGORY
Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Loading Content...
Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Las Vegas Wash, a neighborhood in Las Vegas, Nevada, currently exhibits a Moderate Diversity demographic profile with a White Plurality. The white population constitutes 52% of the community, with Hispanic (28%) and Black (10%) populations. The neighborhood has experienced economic growth, with the median income rising from $73,267 in 2019 to $91,931 in 2022. Las Vegas Wash is known for its ecological importance as a water channel that collects and filters urban runoff before it enters Lake Mead.
Over the past decade, Las Vegas Wash has undergone a transformation in its racial composition. In 2013, the neighborhood was characterized by Low Diversity with a White Majority (70%). By 2022, it had transitioned to a Moderate Diversity community with a White Plurality (52%). This shift indicates a Transitional Community status, with increasing representation from minority groups.
The Hispanic population has increased from 22% in 2013 to 28% in 2022. The Black population has grown from 5% to 10% during this period. The Asian community has increased from 1% to 6%. These changes reflect a trend towards greater diversity in the neighborhood.
The demographic shifts in Las Vegas Wash have coincided with economic growth. The median income has increased from $64,003 in 2013 to $91,931 in 2022, representing a 43.6% increase over nine years. This economic growth may have attracted a more diverse population to the area.
The population of the neighborhood has grown from 1,726 in 2013 to 3,071 in 2022, an increase of 78%. This population growth, coupled with rising incomes, suggests that Las Vegas Wash has become an increasingly desirable place to live.
The demographic changes in Las Vegas Wash mirror broader national trends towards increasing diversity in urban areas. The rate of change in this neighborhood appears to be more rapid than the national average. The economic growth in Las Vegas Wash is notable, with the median income in 2022 ($91,931) higher than the national median household income of approximately $70,784 in the same year.
The transition from a predominantly white community to one of moderate diversity reflects patterns seen in many growing suburban areas across the United States. The concurrent increase in median income may indicate that Las Vegas Wash is attracting affluent professionals from various racial backgrounds.
Las Vegas Wash has evolved from a low-diversity, predominantly white community to a moderately diverse neighborhood with strong economic growth. These changes reflect broader national trends towards increased diversity but stand out due to the rapid pace of change and economic improvements. Future observations will reveal how these demographic and economic shifts influence local culture, community dynamics, and development in the area.
