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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Westgate, a neighborhood in Henderson, Nevada, is classified as a Moderate Diversity community with a White Majority as of 2022. The white population constitutes 53% of the total, with Hispanic (20%) and Asian (13%) populations forming significant minorities. The neighborhood's population increased from 19,274 in 2010 to 28,560 in 2022. Westgate is located near the Las Vegas Strip, providing residents with a suburban environment and easy access to urban amenities.
Over the past decade, Westgate has transitioned from a Low Diversity community to its current Moderate Diversity status with a White Majority. In 2013, 59% of the population identified as white, decreasing to 53% by 2022. This trend suggests a potential shift towards a Majority-Minority area in the future. The Hispanic population experienced the most significant growth, increasing from 15% in 2013 to 20% in 2022. The Asian population remained relatively stable between 13-19%, while the Black population increased modestly from 5% to 7%.
The median income in Westgate has fluctuated but remained generally high. It was $85,297 in 2013 and $80,112 in 2022, with a peak of $89,199 in 2019 before declining. The lack of consistent correlation between increasing diversity and changes in median income suggests that incoming diverse populations may have similar socioeconomic status to existing residents.
The demographic shifts in Westgate align with national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas. This trend is particularly evident in the Southwest, where Hispanic population growth has been a significant factor in demographic change. Westgate's economic resilience, maintaining a high median income despite demographic shifts, is notable. This stability may be attributed to the economic opportunities in the Las Vegas metro area and the desirability of Henderson as a residential suburb.
Westgate's population growth, increasing by nearly 50% from 2010 to 2022, exceeds the national average for suburban growth. This rapid expansion reflects the broader trend of strong population growth in the Las Vegas metropolitan area over the past decade, driven by job opportunities and lifestyle factors.
Westgate exemplifies a suburban community in transition, moving towards greater diversity while maintaining economic strength. Future observations will determine whether it fully transitions to a Majority-Minority community and how this might affect its socioeconomic characteristics.