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Racial Demographics and Economic Trends in N. Marketview Heights, Rochester, NY: 2013-2022
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
N. Marketview Heights in Rochester, New York, is a Majority-Minority community with a Black Plurality. As of 2022, the neighborhood has a population of 7,887 and a median income of $25,897. The area is characterized by cultural diversity and historical significance as part of Rochester's urban core.
N. Marketview Heights has maintained its status as a Majority-Minority community over the past decade. The Black population has remained the largest group, ranging from 46% to 53% from 2013 to 2022. The community has transitioned from a stable plurality to approaching a Racial Majority status for the Black population in recent years. The Hispanic population has been the second-largest group, fluctuating between 33% and 39% over the decade. The White population has remained relatively stable at around 10-11% throughout the period.
There has been a slight increase in the "Two or More Races" category, growing from 3% to 4-5% in recent years, indicating a trend towards increased racial mixing and diversity. The median income in N. Marketview Heights has shown a general upward trend, albeit with fluctuations. From 2013 to 2021, the median income increased from $23,402 to $28,248, representing a growth of about 20.7% over eight years.
There was a notable decrease in median income in 2022, dropping to $25,897, potentially indicating economic challenges or demographic shifts. The population peaked in 2014 at 8,861 but has since declined to 7,887 in 2022. This decrease might be linked to economic factors or changes in housing availability.
The relatively low median income (below $30,000 throughout the period) suggests that N. Marketview Heights faces economic challenges common to many urban neighborhoods in post-industrial cities. The increasing diversity, particularly the growth in the "Two or More Races" category, aligns with national trends of increasing racial mixing in urban areas. Despite fluctuations, the overall increase in median income over the decade, even if modest, indicates some level of economic resilience in the face of urban challenges.
N. Marketview Heights exemplifies a dynamic urban neighborhood with a diverse racial composition. Its demographic evolution over the past decade shows a trend towards increased representation of Black residents while maintaining a strong Hispanic presence. The economic trends, while showing overall growth, have been uneven, reflecting the complex interplay of demographic shifts and broader economic factors affecting urban communities. This neighborhood's experience mirrors many urban areas grappling with diversity, economic development, and community identity in the 21st century.
