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Demographic Analysis of Lake Bonny: Racial Composition and Population Changes
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Lake Bonny, a neighborhood in Lakeland, Florida, exhibits Moderate Diversity as of 2022. The area has a White Majority (55%), with Hispanic (20%) and Black (17%) populations. Over the past decade, Lake Bonny has experienced demographic shifts and fluctuations in median income and population. The neighborhood's proximity to Lake Bonny potentially influences local lifestyle and community dynamics.
From 2013 to 2022, Lake Bonny transitioned from a Majority-Minority community to one with a White Majority. In 2013, non-white groups collectively constituted 55% of the population, with no single group exceeding 50%. The Hispanic population remained relatively stable (29% in 2013 to 20% in 2022), while the Black population decreased significantly (24% in 2013 to 17% in 2022). The Asian and Native American populations, though small, showed growth. By 2018, the neighborhood had shifted to a White Majority status, which has been maintained through 2022, with some fluctuations.
The median income showed an overall upward trend, rising from $30,697 in 2013 to $35,117 in 2022, an increase of about 14.4%. The population peaked in 2017 at 4,222 but has since declined to 2,754 in 2022, a significant decrease of about 34.8%. The increase in median income coincided with the shift towards a White Majority, suggesting a possible correlation between demographic changes and economic conditions.
The trend of increasing White population percentage in Lake Bonny contrasts with many urban areas across the US, which have often seen increasing diversity over the past decade. The income growth, while positive, may not have kept pace with inflation or cost of living increases, potentially impacting the overall economic well-being of residents. The significant population decrease since 2017 is notable and may reflect broader trends of suburban or rural migration, or could be due to local factors specific to Lake Bonny or Lakeland.
Lake Bonny has undergone a transition from a Majority-Minority community to one with a White Majority over the past decade, while maintaining Moderate Diversity. This demographic shift has been accompanied by modest income growth but a significant population decrease. These changes suggest a complex interplay of factors influencing the neighborhood's composition and economic status, potentially including housing market dynamics, local economic conditions, and broader migration patterns. Further investigation into local policies, development initiatives, and regional economic trends would provide a more comprehensive understanding of these changes and their implications for the community's future.
