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Demographic and Racial Diversity Analysis of Queens, New York: 2013-2022
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Queens, New York, is classified as a "High Diversity" community as of 2022. The population is 2,360,823 across 108.1 square miles. No single racial group dominates, with several groups having significant representation.
From 2013 to 2022, Queens maintained its "High Diversity" status. The racial composition remained relatively stable. The Asian population increased from 23% to 26%. The Hispanic population remained at 28%. The Black population stayed at 17%. The White population decreased from 27% to 24%.
Queens experienced economic growth over the past decade. The median income increased from $68,474 in 2013 to $76,814 in 2022, a 12% increase. This growth correlates with the increasing Asian population. There was a sharp increase in median income to $83,711 in 2021, followed by a decrease in 2022.
The population grew from 2,256,049 in 2013 to 2,360,823 in 2022, a 4.6% increase. This growth, along with rising incomes, suggests Queens remains attractive for diverse populations seeking economic opportunities.
Queens' trends align with patterns seen in many large, diverse urban areas across the United States. The increasing Asian population and steady Hispanic representation mirror national trends of growing diversity in metropolitan areas. The economic growth is consistent with the economic recovery seen in many urban centers post-2008 recession and through the pandemic.
Queens is likely to maintain its "High Diversity" status in the near future. If current trends continue, there might be a transition towards a more pronounced "Majority-Minority" situation, with the combined minority populations potentially increasing further. Economically, Queens is likely to see continued growth in median income, potentially reaching or exceeding $80,000 within the next few years.
Queens exemplifies a diverse urban community with strong economic prospects. Its ability to maintain high diversity while experiencing economic growth presents a model for other cities navigating demographic changes in the 21st century.
