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Demographic Shifts in Buffalo Neighborhood: From White Majority to Moderate Diversity
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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 Buffalo neighborhood in Las Vegas, Nevada, demonstrates a transition from a "White Majority" to "Moderate Diversity" between 2013 and 2022. In 2013, the white population comprised 55% of the total, while by 2022, this percentage decreased to 44%. The Hispanic population increased from 23% to 30% during this period, while the Black population grew from 8% to 13%. The population identifying as two or more races also increased from 2% to 5%.
The neighborhood's population remained relatively stable, ranging from 22,000 to 23,000 residents throughout the decade. This stability, combined with changing racial demographics, suggests that the shift is likely due to changing resident composition rather than significant influxes of new residents.
The median income in Buffalo fluctuated over the years. In 2013, it was $59,692, decreasing slightly to $56,252 by 2022. The highest median income of $63,554 was recorded in 2021. Periods of higher diversity seem to coincide with periods of slightly lower median income, although this correlation is not consistently strong throughout the decade.
The demographic shifts observed in Buffalo align with broader trends seen across many urban areas in the United States. The increase in Hispanic population and the growth in multiracial identification are consistent with national patterns. According to the 2020 Census, the Hispanic population grew by 23% nationwide since 2010, and the multiracial population saw a 276% increase.
Las Vegas as a whole has been experiencing increasing diversity, with the city often ranked among the most diverse in the nation. Buffalo's transition from a White Majority to a more diverse community mirrors this citywide trend, although it appears to be occurring at a slightly accelerated pace in this neighborhood.
The economic fluctuations in Buffalo, particularly the slight overall decline in median income, may reflect broader economic challenges faced by Las Vegas, including recovery from the 2008 financial crisis and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the tourism-dependent economy of the region.
Buffalo exemplifies the demographic dynamism characteristic of many American urban neighborhoods. Its evolution from a White Majority area to one of Moderate Diversity, potentially on the brink of becoming a Majority-Minority community, reflects both local and national trends. While these changes have been accompanied by some economic fluctuations, the neighborhood appears to be maintaining a relatively stable population base, suggesting a degree of resilience in the face of demographic and economic shifts.
