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Demographic Shifts and Racial Composition in Greenwood & Hamilton Neighborhood, Trenton
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Greenwood & Hamilton neighborhood of Trenton, New Jersey, is classified as a Majority-Minority community with a Hispanic plurality. As of 2022, the neighborhood had a population of 3,928 and a median income of $37,177. The area has a history of industrial activity, particularly in pottery and rubber manufacturing.
Over the past decade, the Greenwood & Hamilton neighborhood has experienced significant demographic changes. In 2013, it was categorized as a Majority-Minority area with nearly equal Black and Hispanic populations (44% and 46% respectively). By 2022, while remaining Majority-Minority, the neighborhood transitioned to a Hispanic plurality (43%), with the Black population decreasing to 34%.
The White population increased from 8% in 2013 to 17% in 2022, indicating a trend towards greater diversity. A "Two or More Races" category emerged, comprising 5% of the population in 2022. These changes suggest that Greenwood & Hamilton is evolving into a Transitional Community, moving towards Moderate Diversity.
The median income in the neighborhood decreased from $41,454 in 2013 to $37,177 in 2022, a 10.3% reduction. This economic decline coincides with the demographic shifts. The population decreased from 4,816 in 2013 to 3,928 in 2022, an 18.4% reduction.
The demographic shifts in Greenwood & Hamilton reflect broader national trends of increasing diversity in urban areas. The economic decline contrasts with many urban areas that have seen gentrification and rising incomes. The increase in the Hispanic population aligns with national trends of growing Hispanic communities in urban areas. The decrease in the Black population percentage is notable.
The emergence of a multiracial category is consistent with national trends, as more Americans identify as multiracial. This trend towards greater diversity and multiracial identification is likely to continue, potentially leading to a High Diversity classification in the future if current trends persist.
Greenwood & Hamilton is a neighborhood in transition, moving towards greater racial diversity amidst economic challenges. These changes reflect some national trends while also highlighting local specificities.
