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Demographic Analysis of McKnight Neighborhood: Hispanic and Black Population Trends
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The McKnight neighborhood in Springfield, Massachusetts, is classified as a "Majority-Minority" community with "Moderate Diversity" as of 2022. The neighborhood has a population of 5,320, with Hispanic residents comprising 50% and Black residents 33% of the population. The median income for 2022 is $30,447, which is below the national median. McKnight is characterized by its historic Victorian architecture from the late 19th century.
Over the past decade, McKnight has maintained its "Majority-Minority" status. The Hispanic population has increased from 40% in 2013 to 50% in 2022. The Black population has decreased from 39% in 2013 to 33% in 2022. The White population has declined from 13% in 2013 to 9% in 2022. These changes suggest a trend towards increased Hispanic representation.
The median income in McKnight has grown from $28,095 in 2013 to $30,447 in 2022. The highest median income was recorded in 2019 at $33,796. There was a decline in median income after 2019, possibly due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The median income has shown signs of recovery in 2022 but remains below the 2019 peak.
The economic trends appear to have a complex relationship with demographic shifts. While the Hispanic population has increased, the overall median income has not shown substantial growth, suggesting that economic opportunities may not have kept pace with demographic changes.
The demographic shifts in McKnight reflect broader national trends of increasing diversity in urban areas. The concentration of Hispanic and Black populations in this neighborhood is higher than national averages. The median income in McKnight ($30,447 in 2022) is significantly lower than the national median income (approximately $70,784 in 2021), highlighting economic challenges faced by the community.
The neighborhood's population has remained relatively stable over the decade, with slight fluctuations. This suggests that demographic shifts are likely due to changes within the existing population rather than large-scale migration patterns.
McKnight represents an urban neighborhood experiencing gradual demographic shifts towards increased Hispanic representation, while facing ongoing economic challenges. These trends reflect broader patterns of urban demographic change and economic inequality observed in many U.S. cities.
