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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 11717 in Brentwood, New York, is classified as a "Hispanic Majority" community with a "Majority-Minority" characteristic as of 2022. The area has a population of 63,713 and a median income of $92,113. This community has experienced significant demographic and economic changes over the past decade.
The racial composition of the area has evolved from 2013 to 2022. In 2013, the community was already a "Hispanic Majority" with 68% Hispanic population. By 2022, this majority increased to 73%. The White population decreased from 14% to 11%, while the Black population remained relatively stable at 13%. The community has consistently maintained its "Majority-Minority" status throughout this period.
The area has transitioned from "Moderate Diversity" in 2013 to "Low Diversity" by 2022, primarily due to the increasing dominance of the Hispanic population. Despite this shift, the community maintains representation from multiple racial groups. There is a slight but consistent increase in the Asian population, from 1% in 2013 to 2% in 2022, indicating a potential "Transitional Community" aspect for this group.
Economic trends in the area show significant growth. The median income increased from $79,084 in 2013 to $92,113 in 2022, a rise of about 16.5%. There was a notable spike in median income to $120,038 in 2021, followed by a correction in 2022. The population grew steadily from 56,077 in 2013 to 63,713 in 2022, an increase of about 13.6%.
The strengthening Hispanic majority coincides with overall economic improvement in the area, suggesting successful economic integration of this community. The income growth outpaces population growth, indicating an overall increase in prosperity that spans demographic changes.
The demographic shift towards a stronger Hispanic majority aligns with broader trends in many urban and suburban areas across the United States, particularly in regions with historically significant Latino populations. The economic growth in this majority-minority community is noteworthy, as it contrasts with some national trends where minority-majority areas often face economic challenges. The rapid income growth, especially the spike in 2021, may reflect broader economic trends related to the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent recovery, which affected various communities differently.
Brentwood (11717) presents a case of a strengthening Hispanic majority community that has experienced significant economic growth over the past decade. While becoming less diverse in terms of racial composition, the area has seen improvements in income and population growth, suggesting a complex interplay between demographic shifts and economic development. This trend challenges simplistic narratives about diversity and economic prosperity, highlighting the need for nuanced understanding of community dynamics in evolving urban and suburban landscapes.