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Demographic Transition in Beverly Park: Hispanic Plurality and Racial Composition
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Beverly Park, a neighborhood in Hollywood, Florida, has transitioned to a Majority-Minority community with a Hispanic Plurality. As of 2022, the Hispanic population comprises 51% of residents. The neighborhood has experienced economic growth, with the median income increasing from $43,442 in 2013 to $52,358 in 2022.
Over the past decade, Beverly Park has undergone a significant transformation in its racial composition. In 2013, the neighborhood had Moderate Diversity, with Black (34%), Hispanic (39%), and White (18%) populations having significant representation. By 2022, the community had transitioned to a Majority-Minority status with a Hispanic Plurality.
This shift was primarily driven by an increase in the Hispanic population from 39% in 2013 to 51% in 2022, a decline in the Black population from 34% in 2013 to 28% in 2022, and a relatively stable White population fluctuating between 15-22% over the decade. The neighborhood has shown characteristics of a Transitional Community, particularly in the consistent growth of the Hispanic population.
The demographic shifts in Beverly Park correlate with economic changes. The median income increased from $43,442 in 2013 to $52,358 in 2022, representing a 20.5% growth over nine years. The population grew from 9,528 in 2013 to a peak of 11,381 in 2018, before declining to 9,899 in 2022.
Beverly Park's demographic evolution aligns with broader trends observed in many urban areas across the United States, particularly in Florida. The increase in the Hispanic population reflects a statewide trend in Florida. The 20.5% increase in median income over nine years outpaces the national average. The transition to a Majority-Minority status is consistent with patterns seen in many urban areas across the U.S.
Beverly Park's evolution over the past decade showcases a community in transition, moving towards greater diversity with a strong Hispanic influence. These demographic shifts, coupled with economic growth, suggest a dynamic neighborhood adapting to broader societal changes.
