Introduction
It is important to note that the topic is concerned about the number of individuals expected to relocate into and leave the Jamaica neighborhood in Queens, New York City. The research question is as follows: How many individuals may expect to relocate into the area annually, and what percentage of current residents are leaving? The given quantitative study will focus on locating and identifying a data set to address the topic, where the challenges include irrelevance, unavailability, and the lack of emigration data.
Challenges in Identifying a Relevant Data Set
Firstly, identifying a relevant data set was difficult due to the lack of available information. The main reason is that “the U.S. Census Bureau does not recognize neighborhoods” (Statistical Atlas, 2021, para. 1). In addition, the available data sets were derived from the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2022 data, which is not as relevant to the current year, but it is the latest one accessible at the moment. Lastly, the Bureau provided information on immigration, but emigration is not stated, which is why the previous year’s data was required to make the calculations.
Overview of the Selected Data Set on Jamaica, Queens
Secondly, the data set contains data about the number of residents in Jamaica, Queens, and NYC and how many individuals immigrated to the location. The dataset described the population and demographic characteristics of Jamaica, Queens, and New York City in 2021.
Key Demographic and Migration Statistics
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, there are 115,771 residents in Jamaica, with a median age of 37.1 years (Point2, 2023). The population consists of 48% males and 52% females. A majority of the residents (52.88%) are US-born citizens, while non-US-born citizens account for 29.75%, and non-citizens make up 17.36% of the population (Point2, 2023). In terms of geographic mobility, 105,485 people continue to live in the same house as they did in the previous year (Point2, 2023).
The data also reveals that 1,373 people changed residency within the Jamaica neighborhood in 2021, while approximately 5,000 people emigrated from the neighborhood compared to the population of 120,550 in 2020 (Statistical Atlas, 2021). In other words, in a year, calculations show that 4,779 people left Jamaica, Queens, and NYC, whereas 8,913 came into the neighborhood.
Data Collection Methods and Limitations
The data is based on the American Community Survey and the latest 2022 U.S. Census Bureau release. The methods of data collection are based on how Census data is gathered, and it is mainly tied to residency within the neighborhood. The data analysis is minimal since only geographical mobility facts are stated with some percentage change numbers. There are no major gaps in the data except for standard Census-related issues, such as incompleteness and non-participation of the population. The alternative data sets that would be useful for exploring the topic would be more detailed information from the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the specified quantitative research concentrated on finding and pinpointing a dataset that addresses the subject, with challenges such as irrelevance, unavailability, and the lack of emigration data. After overcoming these barriers, the study managed to derive valuable insights into the migration patterns within the Jamaica neighborhood. By comparing the data from different years, the research estimated the annual number of incoming residents and the percentage of current residents leaving the area. Thus, despite the data availability and relevance limitations, the study succeeded in shedding light on the dynamics of the Jamaica neighborhood in Queens, New York City.
References
Point2. (2022). Jamaica demographics. Web.
Statistical Atlas. (2021). Population of Jamaica, New York, New York. Web.