What Are the Relationships between Public Transit and Gentrification Progress? An Empirical Study in the New York–Northern New Jersey–Long Island Areas
Abstract
This study delves into the relationship between public transit and gentrification, focusing on the New York–Northern New Jersey–Long Island areas. By examining gentrification subcategories and measuring transit services using the concept of transit deserts, the study addresses a research gap. Results indicate a higher rate of transit deserts in economically disadvantaged neighborhoods, and while transit services significantly impact gentrification, they are insignificant in super-gentrification. These findings enhance understanding of transit's role in gentrification stages. Policymakers should allocate public transit budgets cautiously, mindful of their impact on neighborhoods with varying socioeconomic statuses.
Team
Yefu Chen Hao Xi Junfeng Jiao
Funding
This research was supported by the NSF Grants (2043060, 2133302, 1952193, 2125858, 2236305) USDOT consortium of Cooperative Mobility for Competitive Megaregions, Good System at the University of Texas at Austin and The Mitre Corporation. The authors would like to acknowledge these supporters.
Conflicts of Interest
The authors declare no conflict of interest.
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