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Demographic Shifts and Racial Composition in Coney Island: A Study of Moderate Diversity and White Plurality
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Coney Island, a neighborhood in Brooklyn, New York, demonstrates a Moderate Diversity profile with a White Plurality as of 2022. The white population comprises 48% of residents, while Black and Hispanic populations represent 21% and 20% respectively. The median income in Coney Island was $40,072 in 2022, which is below the national average. Coney Island is known for its amusement park and boardwalk, which have been cultural landmarks for over a century.
Over the past decade, Coney Island has transitioned from a White Majority community to one of Moderate Diversity with a White Plurality. In 2013, the white population was 51%, but by 2022 it decreased to 48%. The Black population decreased slightly from 25% to 21%, while the Hispanic population increased from 14% to 20%. The Asian population remained stable at 7-8%. The percentage of residents identifying as two or more races increased from 0% in 2013 to 3% in 2022.
The median income in Coney Island increased from $33,273 in 2013 to $40,072 in 2022, a rise of approximately 20%. The population fluctuated, decreasing from 41,541 in 2010 to 38,826 in 2013, before increasing to 44,976 in 2022. This population growth, combined with increased diversity and median income, suggests a period of economic recovery and demographic change.
Coney Island's demographic shifts align with trends observed in many urban areas across the United States, particularly in historically white-majority neighborhoods. The increase in diversity, especially the growth of Hispanic and multiracial populations, is consistent with national demographic trends.
The economic recovery in Coney Island, while positive, appears to lag behind national averages. The 2022 median income of $40,072 is significantly below the national median household income of approximately $70,000 in the same year. This disparity indicates that while the neighborhood is experiencing demographic changes similar to national trends, it continues to face economic challenges.
The neighborhood's evolution from a White Majority to a more diverse community with a growing Hispanic population and increasing multiracial identification reflects broader urban demographic shifts. However, the persistent income gap compared to national averages suggests that Coney Island's economic development may not be keeping pace with its demographic changes. This presents both challenges and opportunities for community development and economic growth in the future.
