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Demographic Analysis of Bayswater, Queens: A Predominantly Black Neighborhood
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Bayswater, a neighborhood in Queens, New York, exhibits a demographic profile categorized as a "Black Majority" community. As of 2022, the Black population comprises 53% of the neighborhood's 10,955 residents. The median income in Bayswater was $79,420 in 2022. Bayswater is located near Jamaica Bay, providing residents with waterfront views and recreational opportunities.
Over the past decade, Bayswater has maintained its status as a "Black Majority" community, with the Black population consistently representing over 50% of residents. The Asian population increased from 1% in 2013 to 3% in 2022. The Hispanic population declined from 20% in 2013 to 14% in 2022. The White population fluctuated, peaking at 35% in 2017 before declining to 22% in 2022. The "Two or More Races" category increased from 1% in 2020 to 7% in 2022.
The median income in Bayswater increased from $74,737 in 2013 to $79,420 in 2022, representing a growth of about 6.3% over nine years. A significant spike in median income occurred in 2021, reaching $99,163, before dropping back to $79,420 in 2022. The population grew from 9,473 in 2013 to 10,955 in 2022, an increase of about 15.6%.
Bayswater's demographic trends differ from broader patterns in Queens and New York City. While Queens is known for its exceptional diversity, often categorized as "High Diversity" with significant Asian, Hispanic, Black, and White populations, Bayswater maintains a more homogeneous Black majority. The gradual increase in Asian residents and those identifying as two or more races aligns with broader trends of increasing diversity across New York City.
The neighborhood's income growth, while modest, outpaces inflation over the same period, suggesting real economic gains. This trend is generally consistent with New York City's overall economic recovery and growth post-2008 recession, though the city as a whole has experienced more pronounced income inequality and gentrification pressures in many neighborhoods.
Bayswater's ability to maintain its racial majority while experiencing economic growth is noteworthy, as many urban neighborhoods undergoing economic improvements often see more dramatic demographic shifts. This stability might be attributed to strong community ties, the neighborhood's somewhat isolated geographic position near Jamaica Bay, or local policies aimed at preserving community character and affordability.
