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Demographic and Racial Composition Analysis of Historic Bayview Association, Clearwater, Florida
CATEGORY
Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
DATA SOURCE
United States Census Bureau: American Community Survey Data (ACS)
The Historic Bayview Association neighborhood in Clearwater, Florida, is predominantly a White Majority community with Low Diversity as of 2022. The white population constitutes 73% of the neighborhood, and the median income is $38,730. The area is characterized by its views of Clearwater Bay and a mixture of older, preserved homes and newer developments.
Over the past decade, the Historic Bayview Association has maintained its status as a White Majority community, with fluctuations in diversity. From 2013 to 2015, the neighborhood transitioned from Low Diversity to Moderate Diversity, with the Hispanic population increasing to 17%. Between 2016 and 2021, the community reverted to Low Diversity, with the white population consistently above 70%. In 2022, data indicates a potential shift back to Moderate Diversity, with the white population at 73% and the black population rising to 13%.
The neighborhood's economic landscape has been volatile. Median income peaked at $55,580 in 2018 but has since declined to $38,730 in 2022, a 30% decrease. The population decreased from 993 in 2010 to 467 in 2019, but has rebounded to 798 in 2022. Periods of higher diversity (2015-2016) coincided with relatively stable median incomes around $54,000. The recent increase in diversity (2022) aligns with a lower median income, suggesting potential economic challenges during demographic transitions.
The demographic shifts in Historic Bayview Association reflect broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas. The recent decline in median income may be more severe than national averages, potentially indicating localized economic challenges. The neighborhood's population rebound since 2019, despite income decline, could suggest an influx of younger or more diverse residents seeking affordable housing in a historically desirable area.
The Historic Bayview Association is showing signs of demographic transition, moving from a stable White Majority, Low Diversity community to one with increasing Moderate Diversity. This transition is accompanied by economic challenges, as evidenced by the declining median income. These changes may signal a period of socio-economic flux for the neighborhood, with potential for either revitalization or increased community strain depending on how local policies and economic factors evolve in the coming years.
