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Demographic Analysis of North County-Riverdale: A Predominantly Black Neighborhood in Miami Gardens
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
North County-Riverdale, a neighborhood in Miami Gardens, Florida, exhibits a "Low Diversity" demographic profile with a predominant Black majority. As of 2022, the Black population constitutes 80% of the neighborhood. The area has a median income of $50,634, which is below the national median household income. This neighborhood is part of Miami Gardens, known for being the largest predominantly African-American city in Florida.
Over the past decade, North County-Riverdale has consistently maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community with a strong Black majority. The Black population percentage has decreased from 88% in 2013 to 80% in 2022. There has been an increase in the Hispanic population, rising from 8% in 2013 to 17% in 2022. The White population has remained consistently low, fluctuating between 0-3% over the decade.
The median income in North County-Riverdale has shown some fluctuation but overall remained relatively stable. The median income increased from $50,501 in 2013 to $50,634 in 2022, a marginal growth of less than 1% over a decade. There was a peak in median income in 2019 at $54,329, followed by a decline. Despite income stagnation, the population has grown from 5,586 in 2013 to 6,063 in 2022, an increase of about 8.5%.
The demographic trends in North County-Riverdale reflect broader patterns seen in many urban areas across the United States. The growth in the Hispanic population aligns with national trends of increasing Hispanic representation in many communities. The relatively flat median income growth over a decade is consistent with challenges faced by many predominantly minority communities across the country. Despite economic challenges, the population growth suggests a strong community attachment and potentially more affordable housing options compared to surrounding areas. While still predominantly Black, the gradual increase in Hispanic residents indicates a slow diversification process.
North County-Riverdale represents a stable, predominantly Black community that is experiencing gradual demographic shifts, particularly with the growth of its Hispanic population. While economic progress has been limited, the community's population growth suggests resilience and ongoing appeal to residents. The neighborhood's evolution reflects broader national trends of slow diversification in historically minority-majority urban areas, coupled with challenges in achieving significant economic growth.
