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Demographic Shifts in Haviland: From Low to Moderate 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
Haviland, a neighborhood in New York, currently exhibits characteristics of a "White Majority" community with moderate diversity. As of 2022, the white population comprises 74% of the total, while other racial groups have gained significant representation over the past decade. The neighborhood's median income of $81,797 in 2022 suggests an upper-middle-class economic status.
Over the past decade, Haviland has undergone a gradual transition from a "Low Diversity" community to one with "Moderate Diversity." In 2013, the white population constituted 84% of the total, categorizing it as "Low Diversity." However, by 2022, this percentage decreased to 74%, while other racial groups, particularly Hispanic and Black populations, saw significant increases.
The Hispanic population grew from 4% in 2013 to 10% in 2022, and the Black population increased from 6% to 8% during the same period. This shift indicates a "Transitional Community," with increasing racial diversity over time. The Asian population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 4% and 7% throughout the decade.
The demographic shifts in Haviland have occurred alongside fluctuations in median income. From 2013 to 2018, there was a steady increase in median income from $79,572 to $89,392, coinciding with the initial stages of increased diversity. However, there was a notable drop in 2019 to $81,442, after which the median income has remained relatively stable, reaching $81,797 in 2022.
The population has remained relatively stable over the decade, with minor fluctuations. This suggests that the demographic changes are likely due to a combination of existing residents leaving and new residents moving in, rather than significant overall population growth.
The demographic shifts observed in Haviland align with broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas. Many suburbs across the United States have experienced similar transitions from predominantly white communities to more diverse neighborhoods over the past few decades.
The median income in Haviland ($81,797 in 2022) is higher than the national median household income, which was approximately $70,784 in 2021. This suggests that despite the demographic changes, Haviland has maintained its status as an affluent community.
The increasing diversity in Haviland, particularly the growth in Hispanic and Black populations, reflects a nationwide trend of minority groups moving to suburban areas. This shift is often attributed to factors such as seeking better educational opportunities, more affordable housing compared to urban centers, and improved quality of life.
Haviland's evolution from a "Low Diversity" to a "Moderate Diversity" community with a "White Majority" reflects broader national trends of increasing suburban diversity. While these demographic shifts have occurred, the neighborhood has maintained its economic stability, suggesting a relatively smooth integration of new residents into the community's socio-economic fabric.
