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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Blauvelt, a neighborhood in Orangetown, New York, exhibits characteristics of Low Diversity with a White Majority comprising 79% of the population as of 2022. The area has a high median income of $161,027 in 2022, which is above the national average. Blauvelt is a suburban area near New York City, attractive to affluent professionals seeking a quieter lifestyle within commuting distance of the metropolis.
Over the past decade, Blauvelt has maintained its status as a Low Diversity community with a White Majority. The white population percentage has ranged from 75% to 80%. The Hispanic population has varied, peaking at 12% before settling at 9% in 2022. The Asian population has remained between 4-8%. The "Two or More Races" category has increased from 1% in 2013 to 4% in 2022, indicating a gradual trend towards increased diversity.
The neighborhood has experienced significant economic growth over the decade. Median income has risen from $125,420 in 2013 to $161,027 in 2022, an increase of about 28%. This economic growth coincides with relative stability in the racial composition. The population has remained between about 5,500 and 6,100 residents, suggesting that income growth is not due to a significant influx of new residents but rather an increase in wealth among existing residents or selective in-migration of high-income individuals.
Blauvelt's median income is higher than the national average, placing it among the more affluent suburbs in the United States. The slow pace of diversification in Blauvelt contrasts with national trends, which show faster-growing diversity in many suburban areas, especially those near major metropolitan centers. The stability of the white majority in Blauvelt, despite its proximity to diverse New York City, suggests that socioeconomic factors may be playing a significant role in maintaining the demographic composition.
Blauvelt shows signs of gradual diversification but remains a predominantly white, affluent suburb. The slow pace of demographic change, coupled with significant income growth, suggests that the neighborhood's high cost of living may be a factor in preserving its current demographic makeup. As the community continues to evolve, it will be interesting to observe whether increasing wealth will eventually lead to more rapid diversification or if the current trends of slow, incremental change will persist.