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Demographic Analysis of North Park, Levittown: Trends in Racial Composition and Income
CATEGORY
Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
North Park, a neighborhood in Levittown, Pennsylvania, currently exhibits a Low Diversity demographic profile with a White Majority. As of 2022, the neighborhood has a population of 3,687 and a median income of $90,621. North Park is part of Levittown, one of the first planned suburban communities in the United States, known for its post-World War II development.
Over the past decade, North Park has maintained a White Majority status, with the white population representing over 75% of residents throughout the period. From 2013 to 2019, the neighborhood experienced a period of Moderate Diversity. During these years, the white population fluctuated between 75% and 82%, while other racial groups, particularly Black and Hispanic populations, showed increased representation. Since 2020, there has been a trend towards Low Diversity, with the white population increasing to 88-89% of the total.
The demographic shifts in North Park correlate with significant changes in median income. From 2013 to 2019, when the neighborhood showed greater diversity, the median income grew moderately from $74,288 to $82,829. The shift towards Low Diversity from 2020 onwards coincided with a substantial increase in median income, reaching $100,806 in 2021 before slightly declining to $90,621 in 2022.
This trend suggests that the increasing homogeneity of the neighborhood may be linked to rising property values and income levels, potentially pricing out some minority groups. Population trends show a general decline from 5,312 in 2014 to 3,687 in 2022, which could indicate changing family sizes, aging population, or outmigration possibly related to affordability issues.
The demographic trends in North Park reflect broader national patterns of suburban racial and economic segregation. Many American suburbs have experienced "white flight" in reverse, with affluent white households moving back to desirable suburban areas, often leading to gentrification and displacement of minority populations.
North Park's trend towards increasing racial homogeneity contrasts with national trends towards greater diversity in suburbs. This divergence might be due to Levittown's unique history as a planned community, which has historically been associated with exclusionary practices. The significant income growth in North Park also outpaces national averages, suggesting that the neighborhood is becoming increasingly affluent relative to other areas.
In conclusion, North Park's demographic evolution over the past decade reveals a trend towards decreased diversity and increased affluence, potentially raising questions about inclusivity and affordability in this historic suburban community.
