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Demographic Shifts and Racial Composition in Edgemere: A Black Majority Neighborhood in Transition
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Edgemere, a neighborhood in Queens, New York, is classified as a "Black Majority" community. As of 2022, the Black population comprises 51% of the neighborhood. The median income is $81,132, and the population is 7,740. Edgemere is located near the Rockaway Beach and Boardwalk.
Over the past decade, Edgemere has undergone demographic changes. In 2013, the Black population was 59%, decreasing to 51% by 2022. The Hispanic population has remained between 20-26%. The Asian population grew from 4% in 2013 to 10% in 2017-2018, then declined to 4% in 2022. The White population has ranged from 12-17% throughout the period.
Edgemere has experienced economic growth alongside these demographic shifts. The median income increased from $66,087 in 2013 to $81,132 in 2022, a 22.8% increase. The population grew from 3,953 in 2013 to 7,740 in 2022, nearly doubling in size.
The correlation between demographic changes and economic growth is significant. As the community has become slightly more diverse, the median income has steadily risen. This suggests that the neighborhood is attracting a more economically diverse population.
The changes in Edgemere align with broader trends seen in many urban areas across the United States. The population growth in Edgemere (96% increase from 2013 to 2022) outpaces the overall growth rate of New York City during the same period. The median income growth in Edgemere (22.8% from 2013 to 2022) also exceeds the national average income growth rate of 15-18% during a similar period.
Edgemere presents a case of a neighborhood in transition, moving from a strongly Black-majority area towards a more diverse community, while experiencing significant economic and population growth. These changes reflect broader urban trends of diversification and development, particularly in areas with attractive natural features. The future demographic composition of Edgemere remains to be seen, as it may maintain its "Black Majority" status or transition into a "Moderate Diversity" or "High Diversity" category.
