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Demographic and Economic Analysis of Baiting Hollow: A Predominantly White Neighborhood in New York
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Baiting Hollow is a small neighborhood in New York with an area of 3.23 square miles. As of 2022, it exhibits characteristics of Low Diversity with a White Majority, where 84% of the population identifies as white. The neighborhood has experienced fluctuations in its demographic composition and economic status over the past decade. Baiting Hollow is known for its vineyards and wineries, which contribute to its rural character.
From 2013 to 2022, Baiting Hollow has maintained a White Majority status. The white population percentage fluctuated between 77% and 91% over the decade. There was a period from 2017 to 2019 where the community approached Moderate Diversity, with the white population dropping to 77-79% and other racial groups, particularly Black and Hispanic populations, showing increased representation. By 2021, the neighborhood reverted to a stronger White Majority (91%), before settling at 84% in 2022.
The median income in Baiting Hollow has shown volatility over the past decade. From 2013 to 2016, there was a general upward trend in median income, peaking at $103,949 in 2016. This peak coincided with the highest population figure of 8,586 in 2016. Following 2016, there was a sharp decline in median income, dropping to $87,535 in 2017. The median income has fluctuated since then, with the most recent figure in 2022 showing a decrease to $77,960, the lowest in the recorded period.
The periods of higher diversity (2017-2019) corresponded with lower median incomes compared to the peak in 2016. This suggests that increased diversity may have been accompanied by economic changes or shifts in the local job market.
The median income in Baiting Hollow, even at its lowest point, remains above the national median household income. The community's persistent White Majority status contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in many urban and suburban areas. The recent decrease in median income (2022) may reflect broader economic challenges faced nationwide.
Baiting Hollow has maintained its status as a predominantly white community with above-average incomes, but it has experienced periods of increased diversity and economic fluctuations. These changes may be indicative of broader socio-economic shifts affecting small, historically homogeneous communities. The interplay between its rural character, proximity to urban centers, and economic opportunities likely continues to shape its demographic and economic profile.
