Examination of the ecological relationships between the relative size of Hispanic and Anglo populations and their respective poverty rates in the urban Southwest indicates that as the proportion of Hispanics in an area increases, both Hispanics and Anglos at lower socioeconomic levels are negatively affected and Hispanic poverty ratios increase.…

The employment problem among minority groups (whites with a Spanish surname, American Indians, and Negroes) in New Mexico is the major consideration of this study. Minority groups are defined, and charts, maps, and graphs clarify the definition. The study brings together as much socioeconomic information as possible to aid the New Mexico State…

Presents data on rapid growth of the Latino population during the 1980s. Outlines ethnic and racial differences in educational attainment, family income, language status, age distribution, and other demographic variables. Discusses the impact of school segregation, growth of youth population, and low socioeconomic status on Latino access to…