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Demographic Transition in Throgs Neck: From Moderate Diversity to Hispanic 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
Throgs Neck, a neighborhood in the Bronx, New York, has experienced a demographic transition from 2013 to 2022. The population shifted from a state of moderate diversity to a majority-minority status with a Hispanic plurality. As of 2022, Throgs Neck has a population of 34,515 and a median income of $79,713. The neighborhood is characterized by its peninsular geography and suburban atmosphere within the Bronx.
The demographic composition of Throgs Neck has changed significantly over the past decade. In 2013, the neighborhood exhibited moderate diversity, with White and Hispanic populations each comprising 42% of the total. By 2022, it had transitioned to a majority-minority community with a Hispanic plurality of 51%. This shift represents a transitional community pattern. The White population declined from 42% to 29% during this period. The Black population remained relatively stable at 10-13%, while the Asian population increased modestly from 2% to 5%.
The demographic changes in Throgs Neck have been accompanied by fluctuations in median income. From 2013 to 2022, the median income increased from $75,194 to $79,713, representing a 6% growth over nine years. This growth was not linear, with the highest median income recorded in 2021 at $91,657. The periods of highest income growth do not directly correlate with the most significant demographic shifts, suggesting that demographic changes and economic trends are not always directly proportional.
The demographic shifts observed in Throgs Neck align with broader trends seen across New York City and many urban areas in the United States. The growth of Hispanic populations and the relative decline of White populations is a pattern observed in many neighborhoods undergoing demographic transitions.
Throgs Neck's economic trajectory is somewhat unique. While many urban neighborhoods experiencing similar demographic shifts often see declining or stagnating median incomes, Throgs Neck has maintained a relatively high median income, even as it became more diverse. This suggests a level of economic resilience and integration that is not always present in transitioning communities.
The neighborhood's population density, estimated at about 12,551 people per square mile based on the 2022 population and area, is lower than many parts of New York City, reflecting its more suburban character. This lower density, combined with its waterfront location, may contribute to its ability to maintain higher median incomes despite demographic changes.
Throgs Neck presents a case of a transitional community that has become more diverse over the past decade while maintaining economic stability. The neighborhood's evolution from moderate diversity to majority-minority status, coupled with its economic resilience, offers insights into the complex interplay between demographic shifts and economic trends in urban neighborhoods.
