Newburgh in the early 21st century is more racially diverse than it used to be, as a growing Latin American immigrant population (mainly of Mexican descent) complements the city's sizable African American contingent. Economic development has been a major concern, but poorly realized, as the good jobs once found in the local manufacturing sector have not been replaced. Pockets of poverty persist in the city, often mere blocks away from its many historical and architectural landmarks. In addition to this, the city has been facing issues regarding illegal immigration, like many other cities across the United States, ranging from overcrowded apartment buildings to mild racial conflict.