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Demographic Analysis of Brighton, New York: A Study of Racial Composition from 2013 to 2022
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Brighton, New York, is classified as a Low Diversity community with a White Majority as of 2022. The white population comprises 75% of the total population. The median income of $85,284 in 2022 indicates an affluent community, exceeding the national median income.
Over the past decade, Brighton has maintained its status as a Low Diversity community with a White Majority. The white population decreased from 77% in 2013 to 75% in 2022. The Black population increased from 5% to 7%. The Asian population decreased from 11% to 9%. The Hispanic population increased from 3% to 5%. The percentage of individuals identifying as two or more races increased from 1% to 3%. These changes indicate a slow trend towards increased diversity.
The median income in Brighton has grown from $72,759 in 2013 to $85,284 in 2022, an increase of about 17%. This growth correlates with the subtle demographic shifts, suggesting that the community has maintained its economic prosperity while slowly becoming more diverse.
The population has remained relatively stable, with a slight increase from 36,633 in 2013 to 36,819 in 2022. This stability, combined with rising incomes, indicates a desirable living environment that has attracted a slowly diversifying population while maintaining its economic strength.
The trends observed in Brighton align with broader national patterns of slowly increasing diversity in suburban areas, particularly those with high median incomes. The community's ability to maintain its economic status while becoming slightly more diverse is notable.
Based on the observed trends, Brighton will likely continue its slow transition towards greater diversity over the next decade. It may remain within the Low Diversity category in the near term, but could potentially transition into a Moderate Diversity community if current trends accelerate. The Hispanic and multi-racial populations show the most consistent growth, suggesting these groups may play a significant role in future demographic shifts.
Economically, the steady increase in median income suggests continued prosperity. If this trend continues alongside increasing diversity, Brighton could become an example of a Transitional Community, characterized by gradual demographic changes coupled with sustained economic growth. This transition could lead to a more diverse, yet still affluent, community profile in the coming years.
