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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
West Humboldt Park, a Chicago neighborhood, has transitioned from a Moderate Diversity community to a Hispanic Majority area between 2013 and 2022. The population increased from 14,899 to 16,538 during this period. In 2013, Black residents comprised 43% and Hispanic residents 53% of the population. By 2022, the Hispanic population increased to 57%, while the Black population decreased to 36%. The White population showed a slight increase from 2% to 6% over the decade.
The median income in West Humboldt Park experienced fluctuations from 2013 to 2022. It started at $33,143 in 2013, decreased to $30,527 in 2015, then increased to $49,836 in 2021, before slightly decreasing to $46,819 in 2022. This overall upward trend in median income correlates with the increasing Hispanic majority and suggests improving economic conditions for this demographic group in the area.
The demographic shifts in West Humboldt Park reflect broader trends seen in many urban areas across the United States, where Hispanic populations are growing and becoming majority groups in previously diverse or predominantly Black neighborhoods. This trend is accompanied by complex socio-economic changes, including potential cultural enrichment, economic revitalization, and challenges related to gentrification and displacement of long-term residents.
The economic improvement in West Humboldt Park is noteworthy, given that many urban neighborhoods with similar demographic profiles have struggled with persistent poverty. However, the median income of $46,819 in 2022 remains below the national median household income, indicating that economic challenges persist.
The transition from a Moderate Diversity community to a Hispanic Majority neighborhood, while maintaining a significant Black population, presents both opportunities and challenges. It highlights the need for inclusive policies that can harness the benefits of cultural diversity while addressing potential issues of inequality and community cohesion.