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Demographic Analysis of Greenbelt, Maryland: Racial Composition and Trends
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Greenbelt, Maryland, is classified as a "Majority-Minority" community with "Moderate Diversity" as of 2022. The Black population represents 48% of the total, followed by White (20%) and Hispanic (15%) populations. The city's median income in 2022 was $75,965, indicating a relatively affluent suburban area.
Over the past decade, Greenbelt has maintained its "Majority-Minority" status. The Black population has remained the largest group, fluctuating between 45-50%. The White population has decreased from 25% in 2013 to 20% in 2022. The Hispanic population has grown from 12% in 2013 to 15% in 2022, with a peak of 19% in 2018. The Asian population has remained relatively stable at 8-11%. The "Two or More Races" category has increased from 2% in 2013 to 5% in 2022.
The median income in Greenbelt has fluctuated over the decade. It increased from $73,088 in 2013 to a peak of $82,638 in 2021, but decreased to $75,965 in 2022. The population has grown from 26,420 in 2013 to 28,913 in 2022, indicating steady attraction to the area despite income fluctuations.
Greenbelt's demographic trends align with broader national patterns of increasing diversity in suburban areas. The growth in Hispanic and multiracial populations reflects national trends, as does the relative decrease in the White population percentage.
Based on observed trends, Greenbelt is likely to continue as a "Majority-Minority" community with increasing diversity. The city may transition towards "High Diversity" if the Hispanic and Asian populations continue to grow. The "Two or More Races" category is likely to continue increasing. The Black plurality is expected to remain stable or slightly decrease as other minority groups grow. Economic fluctuations may continue, but the area is likely to maintain its relatively affluent status.
Greenbelt is evolving into an increasingly diverse, majority-minority suburb with a complex racial and economic landscape. This evolution reflects broader national trends towards greater diversity in suburban areas and may present both opportunities and challenges for community cohesion and local governance in the coming years.
