Get to Know Hunting Park–East Tioga
Hunting Park–East Tioga is home to a diverse, resilient community facing long-standing structural challenges and disparities.
Population:
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Nearly 7,000 residents
Race & Ethnicity:
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66% Black or African American
30% Hispanic or Latino
30% Hispanic or Latino
Economic Reality
Many households in Hunting Park–East Tioga experience economic instability driven by limited access to living-wage jobs and generational disinvestment.
Poverty Rate:
35% (Nearly 3× the national average)
Per Capita Income:
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$19,894
(less than half the U.S. average)
Unemployment Rate:
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10.5%
(Approximately double the national rate)
Children in Single-Parent Households:
80%
Area
Health Disparities
Health outcomes in the neighborhood reflect unequal access to care, healthy food, and safe spaces for physical activity.
Life Expectancy:
As low as 68 years in some census tracts (Nearly 10 years below the national average)
Adult Obesity:
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41%
Adult Diabetes:
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21%
Health & Wellness
Limited access to nutritious food and recreational opportunities contributes to ongoing wellness challenges for families.
Children Experiencing Food Insecurity:
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30.5%
No Leisure-Time Physical Activity:
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38% of residents
Educational Attainment
Educational outcomes highlight persistent gaps that begin early and compound over time.
School Proficiency At
Mary McLeod Bethune School:
12% Math (Local) vs.
42% (Statewide)
15% Reading/Language Arts (Local) vs. 49% (Statewide)
Adults 25+ with Bachelor’s Degree or Higher in Zip Code: 19140
9% (Local) vs.
36%+ (Statewide)
Area
Youth & Education
Young people make up a significant portion of the community, underscoring the importance of strong educational pathways and youth supports.
Population Under Age 18:
28%
High School Diploma or GED:
45% (Local) vs. 33% (Citywide)
Bachelor’s Degree or Higher:
9% (Local) vs. 30% (Citywide)
Home Language
The neighborhood is linguistically diverse, emphasizing the need for culturally responsive services and communication.
Language Other Than English Spoken at Home:
34.7%
Spanish Spoken at Home:
31.6%
Immigration Status
Immigrant residents contribute to the social and economic fabric of the community, often navigating additional systemic barriers.
Foreign-Born Residents:
8.3%
Naturalized Citizens:
44%
Non-Citizens:
56%
Community Violence
Exposure to violence continues to impact safety, health, and long-term opportunity for residents.
Shootings (2025 Year to Date):
79 total shootings
Fatal Shootings:
