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Demographic Evolution of Greenacres, Florida: A Study in Racial Diversity
CATEGORY
Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Greenacres, Florida, demonstrates demographic evolution over the past decade. As of 2022, the city is categorized as a "Majority-Minority" community with a "High Diversity" profile. The population is 53,792 with a median income of $48,606.
In 2013, Greenacres had "Moderate Diversity" with a Hispanic plurality (43%) and significant white population (38%). By 2022, it transitioned into a "Majority-Minority" community with "High Diversity." No single racial group comprised more than 50% of the population, with Hispanic (45%), Black (25%), and White (23%) populations forming the largest groups.
Notable shifts include a decline in the white population from 38% to 23%, an increase in the Black population from 14% to 25%, and a slight increase in the Hispanic population from 43% to 45%. Asian and multiracial populations showed gradual increases. These changes indicate a "Transitional Community" status, with increasing diversity over time.
The median income in Greenacres increased from $47,098 in 2013 to $48,606 in 2022, with fluctuations. A significant increase occurred in 2021 to $54,553, followed by a decrease in 2022. This economic pattern correlates with demographic shifts, suggesting that diverse populations may have contributed to economic growth and resilience.
Greenacres' demographic evolution aligns with trends seen in many urban areas across the United States, characterized by increasing racial and ethnic diversity, decline in the proportion of white residents, growth in Hispanic and Black populations, and moderate economic growth amidst demographic changes.
Based on observed trends, Greenacres is likely to continue as a "Transitional Community" with increasing diversity. Predictions include further solidification of its "Majority-Minority" status, potential transition to a higher level of diversity, possible shift to a "Hispanic Majority" classification, continued growth in Black and Asian populations, and economic indicators that may stabilize or show modest growth.
Greenacres exemplifies a dynamic urban area undergoing significant demographic transformation. Its evolution from a moderately diverse community to a highly diverse, majority-minority city reflects broader national trends in urban demographics. The economic resilience demonstrated alongside these changes suggests an adaptable community.
