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Demographic Analysis of North River, New Port Richey: A Low-Diversity Neighborhood with Predominantly White Population
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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 North River neighborhood of New Port Richey, Florida, is classified as a "Low Diversity" area with a white racial majority comprising 88% of the population as of 2022. The median income in 2022 was $34,954. This coastal community is situated along the Pithlachascotee River near the Gulf of Mexico.
Over the past decade, North River has maintained its "Low Diversity" status. The white population has remained dominant, ranging from 75% to 92% between 2013 and 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 6% in 2013 to 20% in 2014-2015, before declining to 10% by 2022. The black population has fluctuated between 1% and 4%. Asian, Native American, and Pacific Islander populations have shown minimal representation.
The median income in North River has shown significant volatility. From 2013 to 2017, there was a substantial increase from $29,123 to $45,472, representing a 56% growth. Since 2017, there has been a downward trend, falling to $34,954 by 2022, a 23% decrease from the 2017 peak. The population has remained relatively stable, oscillating between about 1,000 to 1,300 residents.
North River's predominantly white population is not uncommon for smaller coastal communities in Florida. The significant fluctuations in median income could be attributed to changes in the local job market, shifts in the retiree population, or broader economic trends affecting Florida's coastal communities. The temporary increase in the Hispanic population between 2014-2016 might reflect broader migration patterns in Florida, though the subsequent decline suggests that this trend did not lead to permanent demographic change in North River.
In conclusion, North River has maintained its status as a low-diversity, predominantly white community over the past decade, while experiencing notable economic fluctuations. The brief surge in Hispanic population, coupled with significant changes in median income, suggests a dynamic local economy that may be influenced by factors such as tourism, retirement patterns, and broader economic trends affecting coastal Florida communities. Despite these changes, the overall demographic makeup of the neighborhood has remained relatively stable, indicating a resilient community structure in the face of economic volatility.
