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Demographic Transition in Snug Harbor: From White Majority to Racial Plurality
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Snug Harbor, a neighborhood in Pompano Beach, Florida, represents a Transitional Community with a White Plurality as of 2022. The white population comprises 46% of the neighborhood, with Black (24%) and Hispanic (28%) populations forming significant minorities. This composition reflects a shift from the predominantly white community of a decade ago. The area has experienced gradual economic improvement, with the median income increasing from $42,143 in 2013 to $54,941 in 2022. Snug Harbor is known for its waterfront properties and boating culture.
In 2013, Snug Harbor was categorized as having Low Diversity, with a clear White Majority (76%). Over the decade, the neighborhood transitioned through several categories. From 2013 to 2016, it maintained a White Majority, but with a decreasing percentage (76% to 68%). Between 2017 and 2019, it became a Transitional Community as the white population dropped below 70%. From 2020 to 2022, it shifted to a White Plurality, with the white population falling below 50%.
The most significant changes occurred between 2020 and 2022, with the Black population doubling from 11% to 24%, and the Hispanic population maintaining around 30%. This rapid diversification suggests a Transitional Community status, moving towards High Diversity. The demographic shifts correlate with economic changes. From 2013 to 2017, the median income remained relatively stable ($41,000-$44,000) during the initial diversity increase. Between 2018 and 2021, there was a sharp income rise, peaking at $57,305 in 2021 as diversity accelerated. In 2022, there was a slight income decrease to $54,941 as diversity reached its current peak.
Snug Harbor's demographic evolution reflects broader trends in South Florida, where many traditionally white-majority coastal communities are experiencing rapid diversification. This trend is often associated with migration patterns from Latin America and the Caribbean, influx of diverse populations from other U.S. states, and generational shifts as younger, more diverse families move into aging communities.
Compared to national trends, Snug Harbor's transformation is more pronounced. The pace of change in this neighborhood outstrips national averages, particularly in the growth of Black and Hispanic populations. The economic improvement alongside diversification counters some national trends where rapid demographic changes can sometimes lead to economic challenges. Snug Harbor seems to have benefited economically from its increasing diversity, possibly due to the influx of skilled professionals from various backgrounds attracted to its coastal location.
In conclusion, Snug Harbor exemplifies a Transitional Community that has evolved from Low Diversity to approaching High Diversity over a decade. This transformation, coupled with economic growth, suggests a dynamic and changing neighborhood that may continue to see shifts in its demographic and economic landscape in the coming years.
