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Demographic Shifts and Racial Composition in West Side/West End, Bridgeport: A Study of Hispanic Plurality
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The West Side/West End neighborhood of Bridgeport, Connecticut is a Majority-Minority community with a Hispanic plurality. As of 2022, the neighborhood exhibits Moderate Diversity, with Hispanic (48%), Black (23%), and White (16%) populations. The median income in 2022 was $47,470. The neighborhood is known for its historic Victorian-era architecture.
Over the past decade, the West Side/West End neighborhood has undergone a demographic transition. In 2013, it was categorized as a Majority-Minority area with High Diversity. By 2022, it shifted towards Moderate Diversity with a stronger Hispanic plurality. The Hispanic population increased from 41% in 2013 to 48% in 2022. The Black population decreased from 36% to 23%, while the White population remained relatively stable between 11-16%. The Asian population increased from 4% to 10%.
The median income in the neighborhood increased from $39,276 in 2013 to $47,470 in 2022, a 21% increase. This growth correlates with the increasing Hispanic plurality and rise in Asian population percentage. The population decreased from 20,237 in 2013 to 17,461 in 2022, potentially indicating outward migration of some groups.
The economic improvements align with the changing racial composition, suggesting that the growing Hispanic and Asian communities might be bringing economic vitality to the area. The decline in the Black population percentage coupled with rising incomes could indicate potential displacement issues.
The demographic shifts in West Side/West End mirror broader national trends of increasing Hispanic populations in urban areas. The growth in the Asian population percentage also aligns with national patterns of Asian immigration and internal migration to diverse urban centers.
The income growth in this neighborhood, while positive, still places it below the national median household income of around $70,784 in 2021. This suggests that while the area is experiencing economic improvement, it still faces challenges in overall economic prosperity compared to national averages.
The neighborhood's transition towards a stronger Hispanic plurality, combined with its historic Victorian architecture, creates a blend of cultural heritage. This mix of demographics and historical significance could present opportunities for community development and cultural preservation efforts in the future.
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