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Demographic Shift and Racial Composition in Sunray East: A Study of Hispanic Population Growth
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Sunray East, a neighborhood in North Miami Beach, Florida, has transformed into a Majority-Minority community with a Hispanic Plurality. As of 2022, the Hispanic population comprises 59% of the neighborhood, with no single racial group forming a majority. The median income of $45,335 in 2022 indicates a working-class to lower-middle-class economic profile. Sunray East has undergone significant demographic changes over the past decade, evolving from a more diverse community to one with a prominent Hispanic presence.
In 2013, Sunray East was categorized as a community with Moderate Diversity. The Black population (35%) and Hispanic population (35%) were equally represented, with a significant White population (23%) as well. Over the next decade, the neighborhood transitioned into a Majority-Minority community with a clear Hispanic Plurality.
The Hispanic population increased steadily from 35% in 2013 to 59% in 2022, while the Black population decreased from 35% to 22%, and the White population declined from 23% to 17%. This shift indicates a significant influx of Hispanic residents, possibly due to migration patterns or changing housing preferences. The Asian population decreased from 7% in 2013 to 1% in 2022, further contributing to the consolidation of the Hispanic plurality.
The median income in Sunray East has shown some volatility over the years. In 2013, it was $43,923, and by 2022, it had increased slightly to $45,335. This modest increase of about 3.2% over nine years suggests that real incomes may have decreased when accounting for inflation. There was a notable spike in median income in 2021 to $49,714, followed by a decrease in 2022. This could be related to the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, including temporary relief measures or changes in employment patterns.
The population of Sunray East has remained relatively stable, with a slight overall decrease from 4,192 in 2013 to 3,675 in 2022. This stability in population, combined with the significant demographic shifts, suggests that the changes are more likely due to existing residents moving out and new Hispanic residents moving in, rather than a large influx of new residents overall.
The demographic shift in Sunray East aligns with broader trends seen in many urban areas across the United States, where Hispanic populations have been growing. This trend is particularly pronounced in Florida, which has seen significant Hispanic population growth over the past decades. The economic profile of Sunray East, with its median income below $50,000, places it below the national median household income, which was around $67,000 in 2020. This suggests that while the neighborhood is experiencing demographic changes, it has not seen corresponding economic growth that might typically accompany gentrification or significant urban development.
Sunray East has transitioned from a moderately diverse community to a Majority-Minority area with a strong Hispanic Plurality over the past decade. This shift has occurred alongside relatively stagnant economic conditions, suggesting that the neighborhood is experiencing cultural changes without significant economic uplift. These trends reflect broader patterns of demographic change in urban areas, particularly in regions with growing Hispanic populations.
