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Demographic and Racial Composition of Bronxwood: A Majority-Minority Neighborhood
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Bronxwood, a neighborhood in the Bronx, New York, exhibits characteristics of a Majority-Minority community with a Hispanic Plurality. As of 2022, the Hispanic population constitutes 50% of the residents, followed by Black residents at 28%. The median income in Bronxwood was $46,078 in 2022. Bronxwood is located near the New York Botanical Garden.
Over the past decade, Bronxwood has maintained its status as a Majority-Minority community. The Hispanic population has remained the largest group, fluctuating between 48% and 54%. The Black population has decreased slightly from 30% in 2013 to 28% in 2022. The Asian population has grown from 4% in 2013 to 6% in 2022. The white population has decreased from 15% in 2013 to 12% in 2022.
The median income in Bronxwood has fluctuated over the years. It was $43,095 in 2013 and reached $46,078 in 2022, with a low point of $39,343 in 2015. Since 2019, the median income has remained relatively stable around $46,000-$48,000. The population grew from 38,679 in 2013 to a peak of 43,203 in 2018, before declining to 40,451 in 2022.
Bronxwood's demographic and economic trends reflect patterns seen in many urban areas across the United States. The growth in the Hispanic and Asian populations aligns with national trends of increasing diversity in urban centers. The median income in Bronxwood remains below the national median, reflecting economic challenges faced by many urban neighborhoods, particularly in the Bronx. The recent decline in population from 2018 to 2022 could be attributed to various factors, including the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Bronxwood exemplifies the dynamic nature of urban neighborhoods, maintaining its character as a diverse, Majority-Minority community while navigating economic challenges. The neighborhood's evolving demographics reflect broader national trends towards increased diversity in urban areas. The economic indicators suggest ongoing challenges, with income levels that, while showing some improvement, still lag behind national averages. These trends underscore the complex interplay between demographic shifts and economic conditions in shaping the identity and future of urban neighborhoods like Bronxwood.
