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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Pinecrest, a neighborhood in East Lansing, Michigan, is classified as a "White Majority" community with a median income of $92,953 as of 2022. The white population comprises 68% of the total, exceeding the 50% threshold for a racial majority. The neighborhood has experienced economic growth, with median income increasing by over 30% since 2019. Pinecrest is located near Michigan State University.
Over the past decade, Pinecrest has undergone a transition in its racial composition. In 2013, the neighborhood was categorized as having "Low Diversity," with the white population at 76%. By 2022, the community had shifted towards "Moderate Diversity," with the white population decreasing to 68% and increases in Asian and Hispanic populations. The Asian population increased from 6% in 2013 to 17% in 2022. The Black population remained between 9-12% throughout the decade, while the Hispanic population grew from 1% to 5%.
The demographic shifts in Pinecrest correlate with changes in median income. From 2013 to 2022, the median income increased from $71,364 to $92,953, a growth of about 30%. This economic uptrend coincides with the increase in racial diversity, particularly the growth in the Asian population. The population has remained relatively stable over the decade, with minor fluctuations. There was an increase from 3,362 in 2019 to 3,687 in 2020.
The trends observed in Pinecrest align with broader national patterns of increasing diversity in college towns and suburban areas. The growth in the Asian population reflects a national trend of increased Asian immigration and representation in higher education. The income growth in Pinecrest outpaces the national average, which could be attributed to the neighborhood's proximity to a major university and potentially changing demographics of incoming residents.
Pinecrest has evolved from a predominantly white, low-diversity neighborhood to a more moderately diverse community with economic growth. These changes likely reflect broader trends in university towns and suburban areas, influenced by factors such as international student enrollment, changing workforce demographics, and shifts in housing preferences among different racial and ethnic groups.