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New Town, Jacksonville: A Study of Racial Composition and Economic Trends
CATEGORY
Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
New Town, a neighborhood in Jacksonville, Florida, is characterized as a "Low Diversity" community with a "Racial Majority" of Black residents, comprising 84% of the population in 2022. The neighborhood's median income is $26,277 as of 2022. New Town is one of Jacksonville's oldest African American communities, with origins dating back to the late 19th century.
Over the past decade, New Town has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" area with a strong "Black Majority." The percentage of Black residents decreased from 90% in 2013 to 84% in 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 2% in 2013 to 5% in 2022. The White population rose from 6% in 2013 to 7% in 2022. A small Asian population (1%) emerged by 2022. These changes indicate a slow transition towards slightly more diversity, though the neighborhood remains predominantly Black.
New Town's economic landscape has changed significantly over the past decade. From 2013 to 2017, the median income increased from $14,298 to $32,765. After 2017, there was a decline in median income, stabilizing around $26,000 by 2022. The population showed moderate fluctuations, with a slight overall increase from 2,058 in 2013 to 2,563 in 2022. The income spike between 2013 and 2017 correlates with a slight increase in racial diversity during that period.
New Town's demographic stability contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in urban areas. The neighborhood's economic trajectory, particularly the sharp rise and subsequent decline in median income, is unusual compared to national trends. Many urban areas have seen steadier, if slower, income growth over the past decade.
The persistent "Low Diversity" status of New Town, despite being situated in Jacksonville, suggests that historical patterns of segregation and community identity continue to shape the neighborhood's demographics. This stability in racial composition, even as incomes fluctuated, indicates strong community ties and potentially limited gentrification pressures compared to other urban areas across the U.S.
New Town remains a predominantly Black community with strong historical roots. The neighborhood's demographic and economic trends offer a case study in urban development, demonstrating how some communities maintain their cultural identity amid broader societal changes.
