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Demographic Analysis of Marine Neighborhood: A Study of Low Diversity and White Majority
CATEGORY
Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Marine neighborhood in Elkhart, Indiana, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a White Majority of 98% as of 2022. The neighborhood has an estimated population of 82 people in 2022 and is located near the St. Joseph River. This study examines the demographic and economic trends in Marine from 2013 to 2022.
From 2013 to 2022, Marine consistently maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community with a White Majority. The percentage of white residents remained above 85% throughout this period, reaching 99% in 2021. Minor fluctuations occurred in the Hispanic population, which peaked at 8% in 2020 but generally remained below 5%. The neighborhood did not transition between diversity categories during the studied period.
The median income in Marine exhibited significant volatility over the years. Notable changes include a decrease from $65,830 in 2015 to $13,444 in 2016, followed by an increase to $113,094 in 2017, and a further rise to $121,389 in 2021. These fluctuations may be attributed to changes in the small population, where the movement of a few high-income households could substantially impact the overall median.
The population of Marine also fluctuated, reaching a peak of 220 in 2015 before declining to 82 in 2022. There does not appear to be a strong correlation between the racial composition and economic trends in the neighborhood. The community maintained its low diversity despite the economic volatility, suggesting other factors are driving these income changes.
Marine's persistent low diversity contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in many urban and suburban areas. While numerous U.S. communities have been experiencing a "Transitional" phase with growing Hispanic and multiracial populations, Marine has maintained its predominantly white composition.
The economic volatility observed in Marine is atypical compared to broader trends. Most communities experience more gradual changes in median income over time. The extreme fluctuations seen in Marine might be due to the neighborhood's small size, making it more susceptible to significant changes from individual household movements.
The population decline from 220 in 2015 to 82 in 2022 is substantial for such a small community. This could indicate broader economic or social changes in the Elkhart area, possibly related to shifts in local industries or housing markets.
In conclusion, while Marine has maintained its racial homogeneity, its economic landscape has been unstable. These characteristics distinguish it from typical demographic and economic trends seen in many other American communities, highlighting the complex nature of neighborhood evolution across the United States.
