Bergen County Migration Analysis

Newark is located in northeast New Jersey. Newark is part of Essex County. Newark is the highest populated city in New Jersey having 276,478 people living as of 2014. Newark is

The Great Migration was a massive movement of African Americans from the South to the North from 1863 to 1960. The largest spike in this migration occurred from about 1910 to 1920.

The cultural demographic in Queens County is heavily dominated by a melting pot of Asian cultures including Chinese, Korean and Indian. Historically, the Fresh Meadows was thriving Jewish community. In 2010, there was 44.3% White who may have celebrated the Jewish culture and 45.2% Asians. Now, it has been surveyed that 47.7% of the total population in Fresh Meadows is Asian (US Census Bureau, 2014). But, nonetheless, in this diverse community, it is not difficult to find someone who have the cultural background.

First and foremost, South-Central Brooklyn is one of the most overpopulated community within Brooklyn, it is extremely diverse with many rich cultures and traditions. Within it, lies seven neighborhoods which are Flatbush, Borough Park, Ditmas Park, Midwood, Kensington, Manhattan Terrance, and Prospect Park South. It serves Community Districts 9, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 and 17. It mostly consists of densely populated African American, Hispanic and West Indian neighborhoods. According to the 2015 U.S census bureau, the population of Brooklyn stands at 2,504,700 out of which South-Central Brooklyn has approximately 804,982 residents and it is expected to have grown gradually through the one year-period that has elapsed (United States Census Bureau, 2014). This is more than double the amount of the total number of people that was living in South- Central Brooklyn in 2000, which was only 317, 300. Presently there are 37% Caucasians, 36% African American, 16% Hispanic, 10% Asian, and 2% other (Indian) living in South-Central Brooklyn. The female population is 54.6%, and the male population is 45.4% (United States Census Bureau, 2014).

The Great Migration brought about a massive redistribution of the African American population throughout the United States. It transformed black ways of life, art, and institutions, as well as the demographics and cultures of many American cities.

Nassau County is a cosmopolitan society with different people from various demographical features. The most recent population census pegged the population at approximately 1,361,350 people (www.census.gov/quickfacts). Thus, it is safe to conclude that the population is slightly over 1.3 million people who have diverse cultural features or backgrounds. It is important to note that 76% of the total population is comprised of whites alone that are roughly 1,034,626 of the total population. The African American community has an approximate population of 12% that is 163,362 people. The Asian population is 7.6% that translates to 103,462 people (www.census.gov/quickfacts).

Stoughton had a median household income of $74,688 between 2010-2014. The per capita income over the last twelve months for the same time frame was $34,568 and there was 7.1% of the population living in poverty according to the U.S Census (US Census Bureau 2010).

The continuities of the migration from the south to the north. At this time about 500,000 african american southerners migrated to the north for better opportunities including better rights and industrial jobs,but there was some components that were negatively the same as the south side. As african americans they still faced oppression. This form of oppression consisted of discrimination and racial profiling. Sooner or later the neighborhoods the increased with african american population became known as the ghetto. One overall component that continued to happen was the lynching of african americans. Although this was illegal in the north,many people of the caucasian ethnicity did not like the fact that many african americans were overpopulating

The statistics regarding the Bronx and Queens depicts a substantial difference between the two boroughs. The population in Queens is nearly a million more compared to the Bronx. However, the major cause of death for both happens to be Heart Disease as it takes the lives of thousands in the districts. The racial and ethnic composition is vaguely alike besides the percentage of Hispanic or Latino, Asian, and Black or African American. The Bronx has practically double the percentage of Hispanics and African Americans, yet, Queens has 22.3% more Asians than those in the Bronx. Nevertheless, the boroughs happen to be very diverse despite the differences. There is still a wide gap between the level of median household income as Queens is much more

According to data provided by Henrico County’s official website, it’s estimated demographics are: 42.1% White, 36.1% Black or African American, 9.3% Asian, 8.1% Hispanic and 4.4% other.

South-Central Brooklyn serves Community Districts 9, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 and 17. It consist of a densely populated African American, Hispanic and West Indian neighborhoods. It is located within Kings County and it lies seven neighborhoods which are Flatbush, Borough Park, Ditmas Park, Midwood, Kensington, Manhattan Terrance, and Prospect Park South. According to the 2015 U.S census bureau, the population of Brooklyn stands at 2,504,700 out of which South-Central Brooklyn has approximately 804,982 residents and it is expected to have grown gradually through the one year-period that has elapsed (United States Census Bureau, n.d.) . This is more than double the amount of the total number of people that was living in South- Central Brooklyn in 2000, which was only 317, 300. Presently there are 37% Caucasians, 36% African American, 16% Hispanic, 10% Asian, and 2% other (Indian). The female population is 54.6% (439,889) and the male population is 45.4% (365,091) male.

The county has also seen an increase in both the diversity and numbers of people in the Asian and Hispanic community. The largest increase over the 20 years like in Brooklyn has been because of the Asian community growing by more than 60,000. Groups such as Vietnamese, Laotian and Koreans have more than doubled in population. The Hispanic community has grown the lease in this county compared to all other counties with a population growth of approximately 20000 people.

New Jersey was and continues to be a significant point of entry for immigrants from around the world, and these immigrants have played an important role in the development of its largest city, Newark. From its rural beginnings when first founded in 1666 by Puritans, to its urbanization by European settlers, immigrants have had an impact on the city. Immigrants worked on the railroads, and in the factories. They built houses of worship, and formed neighborhoods. Some immigrants came to Newark seeking religious freedom, and others came seeking employment. All came seeking a better live. Today’s immigrants come for the same reasons. Many find a better life by starting their own businesses.

In Bergen County, there are 78 school districts and three charter schools (“At a Glance”, 2016, p. 9). The education level in Bergen County is relatively higher than in other counties in New Jersey. In 2014, around 28.9 percent of the population ages 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree. Meanwhile, around 25 percent are high school graduates (“Educational Attainment”, n.d., p. 1-2).

Paterson also ranked 3rd with highest drug attributable criminal arrests with 1,435.90 (New Jersey Chartbook of Substance Abuse, 2013). In 2010 there were a total of 6,092 arrests (New Jersey Chartbook of Substance Abuse, 2013). 18 homicides, 737 aggravated assault, 44 sexual assault, 769 robberies, 1493 burglary, 2330 larceny, and 701 auto theft (New Jersey Chartbook of Substance Abuse, 2013). According to Anakwenze & Zuberi (2013), those living in cities are at greater risk of developing mental disorders than those living in suburban and rural areas. This could be a result of stressors present in the urban environment, such as, crime rates, lack of health insurance, economic status, and living