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Demographic and Racial Trends in Lincoln Park, Jersey City: A Study of Moderate Diversity and Black Plurality
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Lincoln Park in Jersey City, New Jersey, is characterized by Moderate Diversity with a Black plurality of 36%, followed by Asian (27%) and Hispanic (16%) populations as of 2022. The neighborhood's median income was $81,428 in 2022, indicating relative affluence. Lincoln Park is historically significant as one of New Jersey's oldest parks and serves as a community focal point in Jersey City.
Over the past decade, Lincoln Park's racial composition has transformed. In 2013, the neighborhood exhibited High Diversity with Asian (38%), Hispanic (25%), Black (20%), and White (15%) populations. By 2022, it transitioned to Moderate Diversity with a Black plurality. A significant shift occurred between 2016 and 2017, when the Asian population decreased from 35% to 23%, while the Black population increased from 22% to 31%. This marked the beginning of a Transitional Community phase.
The Hispanic population remained stable around 25-28% until 2019, then declined to 16% by 2022. The White population consistently remained low, around 14-15% throughout the decade, decreasing to 13% by 2022. The proportion of individuals identifying as two or more races increased from 1% to 7% between 2021 and 2022, indicating a growing multiracial presence.
The demographic shifts in Lincoln Park coincided with fluctuations in median income. From 2013 to 2022, the median income increased overall from $68,758 to $81,428, though not linearly. A significant drop occurred from $68,758 in 2013 to $56,121 in 2014, coinciding with peak Asian population and lowest Black population. As the community transitioned towards a Black plurality from 2017 onwards, the median income showed more stability and growth, peaking at $90,775 in 2021 before slightly decreasing in 2022.
Lincoln Park's population remained relatively stable over the decade, fluctuating between approximately 975 and 1,270 residents. This stability, combined with changing racial composition and increasing median income, suggests internal demographic shifts rather than significant population influxes or outflows.
The demographic evolution of Lincoln Park reflects broader trends observed in many U.S. urban areas, particularly increasing diversity in historically segregated neighborhoods. The growth in the multiracial population aligns with national trends reported in the 2020 U.S. Census. Lincoln Park's economic growth despite demographic shifts is noteworthy and may indicate successful integration and economic opportunities for diverse populations within the community.
Lincoln Park's transition from High Diversity to Moderate Diversity with a Black plurality, coupled with overall economic growth, demonstrates a dynamic urban neighborhood adapting to changing demographics while maintaining economic stability. The community's evolution offers insights into the complex interplay between racial composition, economic factors, and urban development in contemporary American cities.
