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Demographic Shifts in Times Square North: From White Majority to Increasing 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
Times Square North in Manhattan, New York, is classified as a "White Majority" neighborhood with a median income of $119,830 as of 2022. The area's proximity to Times Square influences its demographic composition and economic characteristics.
Over the past decade, Times Square North has transitioned from a "Low Diversity" area to a "Moderate Diversity" community. In 2013, 71% of the population identified as white. By 2022, the white population decreased to 59%, maintaining "White Majority" status. The Asian population increased from 11% in 2013 to 15% in 2022, peaking at 19% in 2019. The Hispanic population grew from 11% in 2013 to 18% in 2022.
The median income in Times Square North has fluctuated but remained high. In 2013, it was $127,238, decreasing to $119,830 by 2022. The highest median income of $134,221 was recorded in 2021. Periods of highest income coincided with times when the white population was around 65-67%. The population grew from 12,445 in 2013 to 15,060 in 2022.
The demographic shifts in Times Square North reflect broader trends in urban areas across the United States, where traditionally white-majority neighborhoods are becoming more diverse. This trend is pronounced in global cities like New York, which attract diverse populations due to economic opportunities and cultural amenities.
The high median income of the area remains well above the national median, reflecting Manhattan's status as one of the most expensive urban areas in the country. The neighborhood's ability to maintain high income levels while becoming more diverse may indicate successful integration of new, high-earning residents from various ethnic backgrounds.
The steady population growth suggests that Times Square North remains an attractive location, possibly due to its central location and proximity to major business and entertainment districts. This growth, combined with increasing diversity, may indicate the neighborhood's evolution from a predominantly white, affluent enclave to a more cosmopolitan, mixed community that retains its economic prominence.
Times Square North exemplifies a "Transitional Community," gradually moving from low to moderate diversity while maintaining its economic strength. This transition reflects broader urban trends of increasing diversity in central city neighborhoods, particularly in global cities like New York.
