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Demographic Evolution of Bergen Beach, Brooklyn: Racial Composition and Diversity Trends (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
Bergen Beach, a neighborhood in Brooklyn, New York, is categorized as a "White Majority" community, with 59% of its population identifying as white in 2022. The neighborhood has experienced demographic shifts over the past decade, trending towards increased diversity. The median income was $92,722 in 2022, indicating relative affluence compared to many other Brooklyn neighborhoods. Bergen Beach is known for its suburban-like atmosphere within Brooklyn, featuring detached houses and a more relaxed pace of life.
Bergen Beach was firmly in the "White Majority" category with 73% of the population identifying as white in 2013. Over the decade, this percentage decreased to 59% in 2022, while still maintaining a white majority. The neighborhood has been moving towards the "Moderate Diversity" category. The Black population increased from 15% in 2013 to 23% in 2022, while the Asian population grew from 2% to 5% over the same period.
The Hispanic community remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 9-12% throughout the decade. The "Two or More Races" category showed growth, from 0% in 2013 to 4% in 2022, indicating a trend towards a more mixed community.
The median income showed growth, rising from $82,318 in 2013 to $92,722 in 2022, with a peak of $107,075 in 2021. This represents a 12.6% increase over the decade. The population experienced volatility, decreasing from 15,440 in 2013 to 13,452 in 2022, with fluctuations in between. The increase in diversity coincided with overall economic growth in the neighborhood.
The increasing diversity in Bergen Beach aligns with broader trends across Brooklyn, which has been experiencing gentrification and demographic shifts in many neighborhoods. Bergen Beach's median income has grown, but income inequality remains a significant issue in Brooklyn as a whole. The suburban character of Bergen Beach, combined with its increasing diversity and rising incomes, may reflect broader trends of diverse, affluent families seeking more space within city limits.
Bergen Beach is transitioning from a predominantly white, middle-class suburb within Brooklyn to a more diverse, affluent neighborhood. While still maintaining a white majority, the community is trending towards moderate diversity, with growth in Black, Asian, and multiracial populations. This demographic evolution, coupled with rising incomes, suggests a neighborhood in transition, potentially attracting a more diverse range of middle to upper-middle-class residents seeking a suburban feel within the city.
