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Demographic Analysis of Cross River, New York: A White 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
Cross River, a neighborhood in Lewisboro, New York, is characterized as a predominantly White Majority community with Low Diversity. As of 2022, the white population constitutes 81% of the residents. The neighborhood has an exceptionally high median income of $192,659 in 2022, indicating an affluent community.
Over the past decade, Cross River has maintained its status as a White Majority community. The white population percentage has decreased from 93% in 2014 to 81% in 2022. The Asian population has grown from 1% in 2013 to 8% in 2022. The Hispanic population has increased from 1% in 2013 to 3% in 2022. The percentage of residents identifying as two or more races has risen from 1% in 2014 to 6% in 2022.
The median income in Cross River has remained high throughout the observed period, consistently at or above $200,000 from 2013 to 2018. There has been a slight decline in recent years, with the median income dropping to $192,659 in 2022. The population has shown a general declining trend from 1,437 in 2017 to 1,149 in 2022.
Cross River's demographic and economic profile differs significantly from national averages. The median household income in the United States was approximately $70,784 in 2021, making Cross River's median income nearly triple the national average. The racial composition of Cross River is less diverse than the national average. As of 2021, the U.S. population was approximately 59% white (non-Hispanic), compared to Cross River's 81%.
The slow increase in diversity in Cross River aligns with broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban communities. However, the pace of change in Cross River appears to be slower than national averages, likely due to its high income levels which can create barriers to entry for many potential residents.
Cross River remains a White Majority, Low Diversity community with high incomes, but there are signs of gradual change. The community is experiencing a slow increase in racial diversity, particularly among Asian and multiracial residents, coupled with a slight decrease in median income. These trends, if continued, may lead to more significant demographic shifts in the coming years, potentially transitioning the neighborhood towards Moderate Diversity. The high income levels are likely to continue influencing the pace and nature of these demographic changes.
