Share of Foreign Born in Home Owners Loan Corporation (HOLC) Neighborhood A
RLMSHFBHOLCNA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
10.70
Year-over-Year Change
-64.92%
Date Range
1/1/1910 - 1/1/2010
Summary
The 'Share of Foreign Born in Home Owners Loan Corporation (HOLC) Neighborhood A' measures the percentage of residents who were foreign-born in the highest-rated HOLC neighborhoods. This metric provides insights into historical housing and demographic trends.
Analysis & Context
This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.
Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.
About This Dataset
The HOLC was a federal agency created during the Great Depression to refinance mortgages and prevent foreclosures. It categorized urban neighborhoods into risk-based 'grades', with 'A' neighborhoods deemed the lowest-risk. This series tracks the foreign-born population share in these highest-rated areas over time.
Methodology
The data is calculated from U.S. Census Bureau decennial census records.
Historical Context
This metric helps researchers and policymakers understand historical housing, immigration, and neighborhood dynamics.
Key Facts
- The HOLC was created in 1933 to refinance mortgages.
- Neighborhoods were graded 'A' through 'D' based on perceived risk.
- 'A' neighborhoods were classified as the 'best' and 'least risky'.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This metric tracks the percentage of residents who were foreign-born in the highest-rated 'A' neighborhoods designated by the Home Owners Loan Corporation (HOLC) during the Great Depression.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This data provides insights into historical housing and demographic trends, particularly the relationship between neighborhood risk classifications, homeownership, and immigration patterns.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is calculated from U.S. Census Bureau decennial census records.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This metric helps researchers and policymakers understand the historical dynamics of housing, immigration, and urban development.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: As this data is based on decennial census records, there are delays between data releases corresponding to the census schedule.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Share of Foreign Born in Home Owners Loan Corporation (HOLC) Neighborhood A (RLMSHFBHOLCNA), retrieved from FRED.