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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Pine Point, a neighborhood in Springfield, Massachusetts, is classified as a "Majority-Minority" community with "Moderate Diversity" as of 2022. The Hispanic population comprises 49%, followed by Black (25%) and White (19%) populations. The neighborhood has undergone significant demographic changes in the past decade, along with fluctuations in median income. Pine Point is characterized by a mix of residential areas and small businesses, reflecting its diverse community composition.
Pine Point has transformed from a "High Diversity" neighborhood in 2013 to a "Majority-Minority" community by 2022. This change is primarily attributed to the growth of the Hispanic population, which increased from 40% in 2013 to 49% in 2022. The White population has consistently decreased, from 24% in 2013 to 19% in 2022, indicating a gradual but significant shift in the neighborhood's racial composition. The Black population initially grew from 31% in 2013 to 36% in 2015, but then declined to 25% by 2022, suggesting complex migration patterns within the community. The Asian population, while still small, has grown from 2% in 2013 to 4% in 2022, contributing to the neighborhood's diversity.
The median income in Pine Point has experienced significant fluctuations. It reached a peak of $49,151 in 2017 but has since decreased to $43,122 in 2022, a decline of approximately 12%. Despite population growth from 11,422 in 2013 to 11,593 in 2022, this increase has coincided with a decline in median income, indicating potential economic challenges or changes in the job market. The sharp decline in median income from 2019 to 2021 may be related to broader economic factors such as the COVID-19 pandemic, which could have disproportionately affected the growing Hispanic and minority populations.
The increasing Hispanic population in Pine Point aligns with national trends of growing Hispanic communities in urban areas. However, the decline in the Black population percentage is somewhat unique and may reflect local economic or social factors. The median income in Pine Point ($43,122 in 2022) is significantly lower than the national median household income (about $70,784 in 2021). This disparity highlights potential economic challenges faced by the community. The shift towards a Majority-Minority status is consistent with trends seen in many urban neighborhoods across the United States, reflecting broader patterns of urban demographic change and migration.
Pine Point has undergone significant demographic and economic changes over the past decade. The neighborhood has transitioned to a Majority-Minority community with a growing Hispanic population, while experiencing economic challenges as evidenced by declining median income. These changes reflect broader urban trends but also highlight unique local dynamics that warrant further investigation into their causes and potential long-term impacts on the community.