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Demographic Analysis of Canarsie: A Black Majority Neighborhood with Emerging Diversity
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Canarsie, a neighborhood in Brooklyn, New York, is characterized as a "Black Majority" community with low diversity. As of 2022, the neighborhood's population of 102,926 is predominantly Black (80%), with a median household income of $74,704. Canarsie is known for its Caribbean-American culture, particularly its Jamaican and Haitian communities.
Over the past decade, Canarsie has maintained its status as a "Black Majority" neighborhood, with the Black population comprising over 80% of residents. However, there have been subtle shifts within this category. The Black population decreased slightly from 84% in 2013 to 80% in 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 7% in 2013 to 9% in 2022. The "two or more races" category increased from less than 1% in 2013 to 4% in 2022.
These changes suggest a slow transition towards increased diversity. The neighborhood could be considered a "Transitional Community" in its early stages, with the Hispanic and multiracial populations showing consistent growth over the decade. The median household income in Canarsie has shown a positive trend, increasing from $69,029 in 2013 to $74,704 in 2022, representing an 8.2% increase over the decade.
The income growth correlates with the subtle demographic shifts, possibly indicating economic stability attracting a more diverse population, increased opportunities for the existing majority Black population, and potential gentrification pressures, albeit at a slower pace compared to other Brooklyn neighborhoods.
Canarsie's demographic stability as a Black-majority neighborhood is notable in the context of Brooklyn's rapidly changing landscape. Many other Brooklyn neighborhoods have experienced more dramatic demographic shifts due to gentrification. Canarsie's slower pace of change might be attributed to its relatively distant location from Manhattan and its strong community ties.
The income growth in Canarsie has been more modest compared to some other Brooklyn neighborhoods that have seen more rapid gentrification. This suggests that Canarsie has maintained a degree of affordability for its long-term residents while still experiencing some economic improvement.
The increase in the Hispanic and multiracial populations in Canarsie mirrors broader national trends of increasing diversity, particularly in urban areas. However, the pace of this diversification in Canarsie is slower than the national average, underscoring the neighborhood's strong Black cultural identity.
In conclusion, while Canarsie remains a "Black Majority" neighborhood with relatively low diversity, subtle demographic shifts and steady economic growth suggest a community in the early stages of transition. These changes may signal the beginning of a longer-term trend towards increased diversity and economic development in this historically stable Brooklyn neighborhood.
