Editing Hispanic residential segregation

===== Date and country of first publication<ref>Date and country of first publication as informed by the Scopus database (December 2023).</ref>===== 
2011<br>
United States
===== Definition ===== 

Hispanic residential segregation refers to the separation of Hispanic individuals or communities from other racial or ethnic groups within residential areas. This segregation can be the result of historical factors, economic disparities, discrimination, and social dynamics.

In many cases, Hispanic residential segregation is influenced by socioeconomic factors. Hispanics, on average, tend to have lower income levels and face barriers to accessing higher quality housing and neighborhoods. This can lead to concentrated poverty and limited housing options, pushing them into specific areas with other Hispanics.

Discrimination and prejudice also play a significant role in Hispanic residential segregation. Hispanics often face systemic racism, which can lead to limited opportunities for social mobility and exclusion from predominantly non-Hispanic neighborhoods. Housing discrimination practices, such as redlining and restrictive covenants, have historically limited Hispanic access to certain areas, perpetuating segregation.

Additionally, cultural and social factors can contribute to residential segregation among Hispanics. Some individuals may prefer to live in neighborhoods with familiar cultural and linguistic resources, creating ethnic enclaves. Language barriers and cultural differences can also lead to limited social interactions, making it more difficult for Hispanics to integrate into diverse neighborhoods.

The consequences of Hispanic residential segregation can be far-reaching. Concentrated poverty and limited access to quality education, healthcare, and employment opportunities can perpetuate socioeconomic disparities within Hispanic communities. It can also contribute to social isolation and create barriers to social, economic, and political integration. Research suggests that residential segregation can negatively impact health outcomes, educational achievement, and social networks.

Efforts to address Hispanic residential segregation involve policies and initiatives aimed at increasing access to affordable housing, reducing discrimination, and promoting equitable development. This includes fair housing laws, affordable housing programs, community development initiatives, and educational outreach. Efforts to promote inclusive neighborhoods and combat discrimination can help create more diverse and integrated communities for Hispanics and other racial or ethnic groups.
==See also== 
==Related segregation forms==
Hispanic residential segregation is frequently discussed in the literature with the following segregation forms: 

[[residential segregation]], [[ethnic residential segregation]], [[social segregation]], [[school segregation]], [[neighborhood segregation]], [[white school segregation]]
[[File:hispanic_residential_segregation.png|780x780px]]

This visualization is based on the study [[Segregation_Wiki:About| The Multidisciplinary Landscape of Segregation Research]]. 

For the complete network of interrelated segregation forms, please refer to: 

* [https://tinyurl.com/2235lkhw First year of publication] 

* [https://tinyurl.com/2d8wg5n3 Louvain clusters] 

* [https://tinyurl.com/223udk5r Betweenness centrality] 

* [https://tinyurl.com/244d8unz Disciplines in which segregation forms first emerged (Scopus database).] 
==References== 
==Notes== 
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==Hispanic residential segregation appears in the following literature== 

Sacks M.P. (2011). The Puerto Rican effect on Hispanic residential segregation: A study of the Hartford and Springfield metro areas in national perspective. ''Latino Studies'', ''9''(1), 87-105. https://doi.org/10.1057/lst.2011.1

Perez J. (2012). Residential patterns and an overview of segregation and discrimination in the greater Washington, DC, metropolitan region. ''Research in Race and Ethnic Relations'', ''17''(), 111-131. https://doi.org/10.1108/S0195-7449(2012)0000017008

Lichter D.T., Parisi D., Taquino M.C. (2016). Emerging Patterns of Hispanic Residential Segregation: Lessons from Rural and Small Town America. ''Rural Sociology'', ''81''(4), 483-518. Rural Sociological Society.https://doi.org/10.1111/ruso.12108

Mobley L.R., Subramanian S., Tangka F.K., Hoover S., Wang J., Hall I.J., Singh S.D. (2017). Breast cancer screening among women with medicaid, 2006 2008: A multilevel analysis. ''Journal of Racial and Ethnic Health Disparities'', ''4''(3), 446-454. Springer International Publishing.https://doi.org/10.1007/s40615-016-0245-9

Rich P., Candipan J., Owens A. (2021). Segregated neighborhoods, segregated schools: Do charters break a stubborn link?. ''Demography'', ''58''(2), 471-498. Duke University Press.https://doi.org/10.1215/00703370-9000820