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Demographic Evolution of Sutton Place, Manhattan: A Study of Racial Composition from 2013 to 2022
CATEGORY
Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Sutton Place, a neighborhood in Manhattan, New York, is classified as a "White Majority" community with "Low Diversity" as of 2022. The white population constitutes 77% of the neighborhood, and the median income is $153,410. Sutton Place is an upscale residential area near the East River, inhabited by diplomats and affluent New Yorkers.
From 2013 to 2022, Sutton Place maintained its "White Majority" status. The white population decreased from 79% to 77%. The Asian population increased from 9% to 11%. The Hispanic population rose from 6% to 8%. The Black population remained at 1%. The population identifying as two or more races increased from 1% to 3%. These changes indicate a slow trend towards increased diversity.
The median income in Sutton Place fluctuated over the decade. In 2013, it was $156,512. It peaked in 2021 at $173,286, then decreased to $153,410 in 2022. This represents a slight decrease when adjusted for inflation, potentially correlating with the minor increase in racial diversity. The neighborhood remains affluent compared to national averages. The population increased slightly from 20,636 in 2013 to 21,304 in 2022.
Sutton Place's demographic trends align with patterns seen in many affluent urban neighborhoods in the United States, showing a gradual increase in diversity at a slower pace than other areas. The 2% decrease in the white population percentage over a decade is modest compared to more rapid demographic shifts in other parts of New York City.
The neighborhood's consistently high median income, despite minor fluctuations, distinguishes it from many other areas in Manhattan and nationwide. While New York City has experienced increasing diversity and gentrification in many neighborhoods, Sutton Place's changes are more subtle, reflecting its status as an elite enclave.
Sutton Place shows signs of a very gradual shift towards increased diversity while remaining a predominantly white, affluent neighborhood. The slow pace of change suggests that while the area is not immune to broader demographic trends, its unique character and high property values moderate rapid shifts. The future evolution of the neighborhood's demographic and economic profile will be of interest in the coming years.
