The median income in Apache Hills has shown considerable volatility over the past decade. From 2013 to 2016, there was a decline in median income from $44,725 to $37,666. However, since 2017, there has been a general upward trend, with median income reaching $71,469 in 2021 before slightly decreasing to $60,117 in 2022.

The period of increasing diversity (2017-2022) coincides with the overall upward trend in median income. This suggests that the influx of diverse populations, particularly the growth in the Hispanic community, may have contributed to economic vitality in the neighborhood.

The demographic shifts in Apache Hills reflect broader national trends of increasing diversity in urban areas. The growth of the Hispanic population aligns with national patterns of Hispanic population growth in many U.S. cities. However, the rapid pace of change in Apache Hills - transitioning from a predominantly Black and White community to one with significant Hispanic representation in just a decade - is noteworthy.

The economic trajectory of Apache Hills, with its recent upward trend in median income, is notable, especially given the national context of rising income inequality. The neighborhood's ability to maintain and even increase median income levels while undergoing significant demographic changes suggests a degree of economic resilience and adaptation.

Apache Hills presents a case study of a neighborhood in transition. Its evolution from "Moderate Diversity" to "High Diversity" and its emergence as a "Transitional Community" with a growing Hispanic population highlight the dynamic nature of urban demographics. The concurrent increase in median income during this period of demographic change suggests that diversity and economic growth can be mutually reinforcing, offering potential insights for other communities experiencing similar transitions.