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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
North Williamsburg, a neighborhood in Brooklyn, New York, is classified as a "White Majority" community. As of 2022, the white population comprises 62% of the neighborhood's residents. The median income is $150,420 and the population is 17,624. North Williamsburg has transformed from an industrial zone to an area known for hipster culture, artisanal food scenes, and trendy boutiques, exemplifying urban gentrification in New York City.
Over the past decade, North Williamsburg has maintained its "White Majority" status, but with subtle shifts in racial composition. The white population decreased from 69% in 2013 to 62% in 2022. The Asian population increased from 8% in 2013 to 12% in 2022. The Hispanic population remained relatively stable between 16-19% throughout the decade. The "Two or More Races" category increased from 2% in 2013 to 7% in 2022.
These changes indicate a trend towards increased diversity, though not sufficient to alter the neighborhood's "White Majority" classification. If these trends continue, North Williamsburg could potentially transition to a "Moderate Diversity" category in the future.
The demographic shifts in North Williamsburg have occurred alongside significant economic changes. The median income increased from $95,533 in 2013 to $150,420 in 2022, a rise of over 57%. The population grew from 11,192 in 2013 to 17,624 in 2022, also an increase of about 57%. These economic trends suggest the neighborhood has become increasingly attractive to higher-income residents, potentially influencing its demographic composition.
The changes observed in North Williamsburg reflect broader trends seen in many urban areas across the United States, particularly regarding gentrification and its effects on demographic composition. However, the extent of income growth and the persistence of a strong white majority distinguish North Williamsburg from many other gentrifying neighborhoods.
Compared to overall Brooklyn trends, North Williamsburg's demographic shifts are less pronounced. Brooklyn is known for its high diversity, with no single racial group constituting a majority. North Williamsburg's maintenance of a white majority suggests a unique demographic trajectory within its broader urban context.
The economic growth in North Williamsburg outpaces that of Brooklyn and New York City as a whole, indicating that this neighborhood has become a particularly desirable and exclusive area within the city. This rapid economic ascent, coupled with more gradual demographic changes, suggests that while the neighborhood is slowly becoming more diverse, economic barriers may be limiting the pace of this diversification.
North Williamsburg presents a case study of a neighborhood undergoing subtle demographic shifts within the context of rapid economic growth. While it remains a "White Majority" community, the gradual increases in minority populations, particularly Asian and multi-racial residents, hint at a potential future transition towards greater diversity. However, the steep rise in median income may continue to shape the neighborhood's demographic evolution in complex ways in the years to come.