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Demographic and economic forces are restructuring America. Global competition, new technologies, and immigration are changing the way we live, work and interact. Despite some remarkable advances, we remain a divided society with an unacceptable level of poverty and inequality. A better understanding of how cities and regions are being transformed is essential for effective urban planning and sound public policies. This research initiative combines 2000 Census information with other data to analyze the changing structure of the nation's metropolitan areas and to examine the intersection of residential patterns, education, economic activities and social policy.

PRESS RELEASE with Tables and Maps (pdf) - 08.27.02

Census of Population and Housing - SF3 - 08.27.02 

Census Information Links- 08.27.02

"Making Sense of Census 2000: Profiling Ethnic Communities in California's Bay Area" - 08.28.01

Examining Residential Segregation Patterns  (pdf) - 07.19.01

Racial/Ethnic Segregation
Residential segregation is one of the most visible and undesirable manifestations of a racially divided society. The analysis examines factors that influence the level of segregation across metropolitan areas and the relationship between residential segregation and other forms of segregation.

Diversity & Racial/Ethnic Interaction
America's growing diversity is impacting residential divisions between racial/ethnic groups. Results profile the growing diversity in America's metropolitan areas and examine the interaction of racial/ethnic groups based on their isolation from and exposure to other groups.

Analytical Methods
Discusses techniques and methodological issues related to racial and ethnic classifications.
Profiles of Ethnic Communities
Presents racial/ethnic demographics and regional trends in diversity and segregation.
Population & Racial/Ethnic Distributions, 1930-2000
Maps historic residential patterns and racial/ethnic diversity across Los Angeles County.
Discussion Papers, Fact Sheets, Maps
neighborhood diversity and stability, housing patterns, economic development
 

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