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Demographic Changes in Redville: A Study of Racial Composition from 2013 to 2022
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Redville, a neighborhood in Waterbury, Connecticut, had a population of 824 in 2022. It was categorized as a "Moderate Diversity" community with no single racial group holding a clear majority. The neighborhood's median income was $56,183 in 2022. Redville is known for its historical red brick buildings, which gave the area its name.
Redville has undergone significant demographic changes over the past decade. In 2013, the neighborhood was classified as having a "White Majority" with 57% of the population identifying as white. By 2022, this shifted to a "Moderate Diversity" classification, with white residents comprising 49% of the population. The Hispanic population decreased from 35% in 2013 to 15% in 2022, while the Black population increased from 5% to 29% during the same period.
These shifts suggest a "Transitional Community" status, with the neighborhood experiencing a recomposition of its racial makeup. The Asian population increased from 0% in 2013 to 5% in 2022, contributing to the area's growing diversity.
The median income in Redville has fluctuated over the years. It peaked at $69,346 in 2017, coinciding with the highest percentage of white residents (66%) and the lowest percentage of Hispanic residents (22%) in the recorded period. The median income dropped to $46,810 in 2020, corresponding with a sharp increase in the Black population (28%) and a decrease in the Hispanic population (12%). By 2022, the median income had partially recovered to $56,183.
The demographic shifts in Redville mirror broader national trends of increasing diversity in urban areas. The fluctuations in the Hispanic population may be influenced by local economic factors or migration patterns specific to Waterbury or Connecticut. The economic challenges faced by the community, particularly the sharp decline in median income in 2020, reflect the nationwide economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Redville's evolution from a "White Majority" to a "Moderate Diversity" community over the past decade reflects broader societal changes towards increased racial integration. The economic fluctuations appear to be stabilizing in recent years, potentially indicating a more balanced and diverse economic landscape emerging in the neighborhood.
