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Houston Park, El Paso: A Hispanic Majority Neighborhood with Emerging Diversity and Economic Growth
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Houston Park, a neighborhood in El Paso, Texas, is characterized as a Hispanic Majority community with Low Diversity. As of 2022, the Hispanic population comprises 85% of the residents, and the median income is $27,742. The neighborhood's demographic homogeneity exceeds that of El Paso's overall Hispanic majority of approximately 80%.
Over the past decade, Houston Park has maintained its status as a Hispanic Majority community. A subtle trend towards increasing diversity has been observed. In 2013, the neighborhood was categorized as Low Diversity with 89% Hispanic population. By 2022, while still in the Low Diversity category, the Hispanic percentage decreased to 85%, with a small increase in white and multi-racial populations.
The economic landscape of Houston Park has experienced significant changes correlating with its demographic shifts. Median income has increased from $13,235 in 2013 to $27,742 in 2022. This increase in median income coincides with the slight diversification of the neighborhood. The population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between approximately 1,600 and 1,800 residents throughout the decade.
The substantial increase in median income suggests an influx of higher-earning residents or significant economic improvement for existing residents. This could be driving the subtle demographic shifts, as higher incomes may attract a more diverse population.
Houston Park's demographic and economic trends can be contextualized within broader patterns. The neighborhood's Hispanic majority is more pronounced than El Paso's overall demographics, which is already known for its strong Hispanic presence. The income growth in Houston Park outpaces the national average. While the U.S. median household income grew by about 30% from 2010 to 2020, Houston Park's grew by over 100% in a similar timeframe. Despite this growth, the neighborhood's median income remains significantly below the national median, indicating that while progress has been made, economic challenges persist.
Houston Park represents a case of a highly homogeneous Hispanic community experiencing slow diversification alongside rapid economic growth. This trend suggests a community in transition, potentially moving towards greater diversity and economic opportunity, while still maintaining its strong Hispanic cultural identity.
