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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Branford Center in Connecticut exhibits characteristics of Low Diversity, with a White Majority comprising 85% of the population as of 2022. The neighborhood has experienced moderate population growth and significant income increases over the past decade. Branford Center is located along Long Island Sound, which may influence its demographic and economic trends.
Throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), Branford Center has maintained a White Majority status, with the white population never dropping below 84%. There have been subtle shifts within this category. The white population decreased slightly from 87% in 2013 to 85% in 2022, indicating a gradual trend towards increased diversity. The Asian population increased from 4% to 5%, while the Black population grew from 1% to 2%. The Hispanic population remained relatively stable at around 6%. These changes suggest a slow transition towards slightly increased diversity, though the area remains in the Low Diversity category.
The median income in Branford Center has shown significant growth, increasing from $74,441 in 2013 to $78,029 in 2022, representing a 4.8% rise. The median income peaked at $86,305 in 2021, followed by a slight decrease in 2022. This economic growth correlates with the subtle demographic shifts, potentially indicating increased attractiveness of the area to diverse, high-income professionals and economic opportunities that may be gradually drawing a more diverse population.
Population trends show an interesting pattern. The population remained relatively stable from 2013 (16,577) to 2021 (16,395). However, there was a significant jump to 21,940 in 2022, a 33.8% increase in one year. This sudden population growth could indicate a major development or annexation event, potentially influencing both demographic and economic trends.
Branford Center's demographic trends differ from broader national trends towards increased diversity. While the U.S. as a whole has been moving towards a more racially diverse population, Branford Center has maintained its status as a predominantly white community with only slight increases in diversity. The economic growth in Branford Center aligns with national trends of rising incomes in coastal and suburban areas. The significant population jump in 2022 is unusual and may reflect local factors such as new housing developments or changes in CDP boundaries.
While Branford Center remains a Low Diversity, White Majority community, subtle shifts in demographics and significant economic growth suggest a slow transition towards increased diversity and affluence. The dramatic population increase in 2022 may accelerate these trends in the coming years, potentially moving the area towards Moderate Diversity if current trajectories continue.