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Demographic Analysis of Merlin Park: White Majority and Racial Composition Changes
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Merlin Park, located in Niskayuna, New York, is a predominantly White Majority community with Low Diversity. As of 2022, the neighborhood has a population of 4,809 and a median income of $129,068. Merlin Park is situated near General Electric's Global Research Center.
Over the past decade, Merlin Park has experienced changes in its racial composition. In 2013, the neighborhood had Low Diversity with a White Majority of 89%. By 2019, the community showed signs of transitioning towards Moderate Diversity, with the White population decreasing to 73% and the Asian population increasing to 19%. In 2022, the data indicates a return to Low Diversity with the White population at 81%.
The Asian population in Merlin Park has steadily increased from 7% in 2013 to 9% in 2022, with a peak of 19% in 2019. The Black population has also fluctuated, increasing from 0% in 2013 to 5% in 2022, with a peak of 8% in 2017.
The demographic shifts in Merlin Park correlate with changes in median income. As the community became slightly more diverse in the mid-2010s, the median income increased from $109,057 in 2013 to $143,823 in 2021. This suggests that the influx of diverse, highly skilled professionals may have contributed to both increased diversity and rising incomes.
The population of Merlin Park has grown from 4,228 in 2010 to 4,809 in 2022, indicating the neighborhood's increasing attractiveness. Merlin Park's demographic evolution reflects broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas, particularly those near tech and research hubs.
Merlin Park's median income significantly exceeds the national average, which was around $70,784 in 2021. This suggests that while Merlin Park is following national diversity trends to some extent, it remains a distinctly affluent area. The slight increase in diversity, followed by a partial reversal, could indicate a complex interplay of factors such as housing costs, job market changes, or shifts in the local economy.
In conclusion, while Merlin Park has shown potential for increased diversity, particularly in its Asian population, it remains a predominantly White, affluent neighborhood. The community's proximity to the GE Research Center likely plays a significant role in shaping its demographic and economic profile, attracting highly skilled professionals from various backgrounds but potentially limiting broader diversity due to high living costs.
