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Incomparable are 'major' cities like New York and any that may be found here.
New York City's British roots go back to the 1600's, in which the population was made up of 40% black slaves, (being an Atlantic stronghold and all). Post world war saw a boom that meant the rapid growth of NYC, economically and populously, followed by the nadir of the 70's, in which the 'white flight' phenomenon gained speed, following the apparent minority they represented.
A history of large scale immigration, mixed with demographic fluctuations, has created a city stepped in diversity (the term 'melting pot' was coined in NY). In a city of 18 million people, of course there are going to be examples of racial conflicts, and with the more distinct 'black v white' element, they may be more obvious to the naked eye (NYC has the largest population of those who distinguish themselves as blacks).
Being as big a melting point as you are likely to find though, there is a reason why such a large population of Hispanics, Whites, Asians, Blacks as well as many religious groups have managed to co-exist relatively peacefully during the modern era. These people are said to be more tolerant than most of America.
As for the 'Bronx segregation'. The Bronx was once inhabited by massive populations of Jews, Poles etc. The standard of living during the 70's changed this, and they took flight, leaving Hispanics and African Americans (who now make up 53 and 30% of the Bronx populous respectively). Hispanics and African Americans have historically propped the ladder of races. It is not so much segregation, as it is a borough that a large percentage of Hispanics and Blacks have called home, and continue to occupy.
Btw, blacks earn higher incomes than Whites in Queens - Just an example of the racial gap narrowing.
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