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Mission Hills, Nevada: A Study of Racial Demographics and Community Transition
CATEGORY
Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
DATA SOURCE
United States Census Bureau: American Community Survey Data (ACS)
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Mission Hills, a neighborhood in Henderson, Nevada, exhibited a demographic profile characterized as a "White Majority" community, with 66% of the population identifying as white in 2022. The neighborhood showed signs of increasing diversity over the past decade. Economically, Mission Hills experienced fluctuations in median income, with the most recent data showing a median income of $62,022 in 2022. This neighborhood is known for its proximity to the Mission Hills Park, which offers recreational amenities to residents.
From 2013 to 2022, Mission Hills consistently maintained its status as a "White Majority" community. However, there was a noticeable trend towards increased diversity. The white population decreased from 77% in 2013 to 66% in 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 11% to 20% during this period. The Black population grew from 2% to 4%. The Asian population remained relatively stable at 4%.
The median income in Mission Hills showed considerable volatility. It peaked at $81,249 in 2013. It experienced a significant drop to $64,329 in 2015. It rebounded to $75,969 in 2019. It declined again to $62,022 in 2022. These economic fluctuations coincided with the demographic shifts. The increase in diversity, particularly the growth of the Hispanic population, correlated with periods of declining median income.
Population growth was steady, increasing from 4,385 in 2010 to 6,408 in 2022. This growth, coupled with the increasing diversity and income fluctuations, pointed to a neighborhood in transition, possibly experiencing gentrification or becoming more attractive to a wider range of residents.
The demographic shifts in Mission Hills reflected broader trends seen in many suburban areas across the United States. The increase in Hispanic population was consistent with national trends, where the Hispanic population has been one of the fastest-growing demographic groups. The maintenance of a white majority, albeit declining, was also typical of many suburban communities that are gradually becoming more diverse.
The economic volatility experienced by Mission Hills, particularly the recent decline in median income, may be reflective of wider economic challenges faced by many American communities, including the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent economic recovery efforts.
Mission Hills represented a community in transition, moving from a predominantly white, higher-income suburb to a more diverse neighborhood with a more varied economic profile. This transition brings both opportunities and challenges, potentially reshaping local culture, services, and community dynamics in the coming years.
