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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Vista del Mundo, a neighborhood in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is classified as a White Majority community with high median income. As of 2022, it falls under the "Moderate Diversity" category, with White (60%) and Hispanic (20%) populations being the most significant. Vista del Mundo is characterized by views of the Sandia Mountains, contributing to high property values and an affluent demographic profile.
Over the past decade, Vista del Mundo has transitioned from a Low Diversity to a Moderate Diversity community. In 2013, 85% of the population identified as white, decreasing to 60% by 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 8% to 20%, and the Asian population grew from 4% to 11% during this period. These changes indicate that Vista del Mundo is becoming a Transitional Community with increasing representation from minority groups.
As the neighborhood has become more diverse, its median income has increased. The median income rose from $116,918 in 2013 to $136,137 in 2022, a 16.4% increase. The population grew from 1,272 in 2013 to 1,599 in 2022, a 25.7% increase. This combination of population growth, rising incomes, and increasing diversity suggests that Vista del Mundo is attracting new residents from various backgrounds while maintaining its economic status.
The demographic shifts in Vista del Mundo reflect broader trends seen in many urban and suburban areas across the United States, where traditionally homogeneous communities are becoming more diverse. The neighborhood's evolution aligns with Albuquerque's overall trend towards greater diversity, but Vista del Mundo's high median income suggests it remains a particularly affluent enclave within the city.
Vista del Mundo represents a case of a transitioning community where increasing racial and ethnic diversity has occurred alongside rising affluence. This trend challenges some common narratives about demographic change and economic outcomes, presenting a model of inclusive growth that could offer insights for other communities navigating similar transitions.