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Demographic Transition in Orlando's 33rd St. Industrial Neighborhood: From Black Plurality to Hispanic Majority
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The 33rd St. Industrial neighborhood in Orlando, Florida, has experienced a significant demographic shift from 2013 to 2022. In 2022, the neighborhood had a population of 2,424 and a median income of $51,557. The area transformed from a predominantly Black community to one with a strong Hispanic presence while maintaining its industrial character.
From 2013 to 2019, the neighborhood was categorized as a Black Plurality community, with 40-46% of the population identifying as Black. Between 2020 and 2021, it transitioned to a Majority-Minority status with a Hispanic plurality. By 2022, it became a Hispanic Majority area, with 58% of the population identifying as Hispanic. The most notable change occurred between 2019 and 2020, when the Hispanic population increased from 35% to 50%, while the Black population decreased from 40% to 38%.
The demographic changes coincided with shifts in median income. From 2013 to 2019, during the period of Black Plurality, median income generally decreased from $39,540 to $35,250. As the Hispanic population became dominant from 2020 to 2022, median income rose sharply to $51,557, a 46% increase. This income growth suggests that the incoming Hispanic population may have brought economic opportunities or filled labor market needs in the industrial sector.
Population figures show a significant increase from 2,010 in 2019 to 2,503 in 2020, aligning with the major demographic shift. This sudden population increase supports the idea of a substantial influx of new residents, primarily Hispanic, changing the neighborhood's composition.
The demographic shift in the 33rd St. Industrial neighborhood reflects broader trends seen in many urban areas across the United States, where Hispanic populations have grown significantly. The rapidity and extent of the change in this neighborhood are noteworthy.
The economic improvement accompanying this demographic shift contrasts with some national trends where rapidly changing neighborhoods sometimes experience economic challenges. The industrial nature of this area may have provided unique opportunities for incoming residents, potentially explaining the positive economic trajectory.
The 33rd St. Industrial neighborhood has undergone a transformation over the past decade, evolving from a Black Plurality community to a Hispanic Majority one. This change has been accompanied by population growth and economic improvement, suggesting a dynamic urban landscape that may offer insights into community transitions in industrial areas.
