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Demographic Shifts in Hackensack, New Jersey: A Study of Racial Diversity from 2013 to 2022
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Hackensack, New Jersey, exhibits demographic evolution from 2013 to 2022. The city's population of 45,758 is spread across 4.2 square miles. As of 2022, Hackensack is classified as a "Moderate Diversity" area. The Hispanic community comprises 37% of the population, followed by White (27%), Black (20%), and Asian (13%) populations. The median household income is $80,467.
Over the past decade, Hackensack has shifted from a "Moderate Diversity" community with a balanced distribution among racial groups to one where the Hispanic population has a clear plurality. In 2013, the city showed a relatively even distribution among White (31%), Black (22%), and Hispanic (32%) populations. By 2022, the Hispanic population had grown to 37%, while the White population decreased to 27%. This shift indicates a "Transitional Community" status.
The Asian population has grown steadily, from 10% in 2013 to 13% in 2022, further contributing to the city's increasing diversity. Alongside these demographic changes, Hackensack has experienced economic growth. The median household income has risen from $70,398 in 2013 to $80,467 in 2022, an increase of about 14.3% over the decade. The population has grown from 43,463 in 2013 to 45,758 in 2022.
Hackensack's trends align with broader national patterns of increasing diversity in urban areas, particularly the growth of Hispanic populations in many U.S. cities. The economic growth observed in Hackensack also reflects a general trend of economic recovery and expansion following the 2008 financial crisis.
Based on the observed trends, Hackensack is likely to continue its trajectory as a "Transitional Community" moving towards "High Diversity" in the coming years. The Hispanic population may continue to grow, potentially reaching or exceeding 40% of the population. The steady growth of the Asian population and the stabilization of the Black population suggest that Hackensack may achieve a more balanced distribution among multiple racial groups.
Economically, if current trends persist, the median household income could continue to rise, potentially reaching or exceeding $85,000 in the next few years. This economic growth, coupled with increasing diversity, may position Hackensack as an increasingly attractive location for young professionals and families seeking a diverse, economically vibrant community.
Hackensack's evolution over the past decade showcases a city in transition, moving towards greater diversity and economic prosperity. These changes present opportunities and challenges for community cohesion, cultural integration, and equitable economic growth, which will likely shape the city's policies and social dynamics in the years to come.
