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Demographic Shifts in Jacksonville Naval Air Station: From White Majority to Moderate Diversity
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Jacksonville Naval Air Station is classified as a "Moderate Diversity" neighborhood with a "White Plurality" as of 2022. The area has transitioned from a "White Majority" community over the past decade. As a military installation, this neighborhood likely experiences higher turnover rates than typical residential areas, potentially contributing to its evolving demographics. The median income in 2022 was $50,912, slightly lower than the 2021 figure.
In 2013, Jacksonville Naval Air Station was classified as a "White Majority" community, with 56% of the population identifying as white. By 2022, the white population had decreased to 47%, shifting the area from a "White Majority" to a "White Plurality" and approaching "Majority-Minority" status. The Hispanic population increased from 12% in 2013 to 25% in 2022, suggesting the neighborhood is becoming a "Transitional Community" with respect to Hispanic representation. The Black population remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 15-21% over the decade.
The Asian and multiracial populations showed minor fluctuations but remained relatively small portions of the overall demographic makeup. The "Two or More Races" category increased from 4% in 2013 to 6% in 2022, further contributing to the area's growing diversity.
The median income in the neighborhood has shown volatility over the years, ranging from $45,543 in 2014 to $52,672 in 2021. The periods of highest diversity (2020-2022) coincided with some of the highest median incomes. The population of the neighborhood peaked in 2015 at 5,881 residents and has since declined to 4,880 in 2022.
The demographic shifts observed in Jacksonville Naval Air Station reflect broader national trends towards increasing diversity, particularly in urban and suburban areas. The growth in the Hispanic population is consistent with national demographic changes. The economic fluctuations seen in this neighborhood may be more pronounced than in typical residential areas due to its nature as a military installation.
Jacksonville Naval Air Station has evolved from a predominantly white community to a moderately diverse neighborhood with a growing Hispanic population over the past decade. This transition reflects broader national trends towards increased diversity, particularly in urban areas and military installations. The economic indicators have generally remained stable or improved slightly, suggesting that the increasing diversity has not negatively impacted the community's economic well-being.
