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Demographic Analysis of Kings View/Miles Standish Neighborhood: From White Majority to Increasing Racial Diversity
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Kings View/Miles Standish neighborhood in Marlborough, Massachusetts, is experiencing a demographic transition from a predominantly white community to one of increasing racial diversity. As of 2022, the neighborhood has a population of 1,381 and a median income of $100,577. Over the past decade, the area has seen significant changes in its racial composition while maintaining economic stability.
In 2013, the neighborhood was classified as having "Low Diversity" with a "White Majority" (78% white). By 2022, the white population decreased to 53%, barely maintaining a "White Majority" status. The most notable change is the growth of the "Two or More Races" category, which increased from 5% in 2013 to 23% in 2022. This increase suggests a trend towards a more multiracial community and potentially indicates a shift towards "High Diversity" in the future if current trends continue.
The neighborhood has experienced overall economic growth, with median income rising from $94,115 in 2013 to $100,577 in 2022, representing a 6.9% increase over nine years. The population has fluctuated, peaking at 2,198 residents in 2018 before declining to 1,381 in 2022. This population decrease, coupled with increasing diversity, may indicate changing housing preferences or economic factors influencing residency patterns.
The demographic shifts observed in Kings View/Miles Standish align with broader national trends towards increasing racial diversity, particularly in suburban areas. The growth in the multiracial population mirrors a national trend identified in the 2020 U.S. Census, which reported a 276% increase in the multiracial population since 2010.
The neighborhood's median income remains above the national average, which was approximately $70,784 in 2021. This suggests that despite recent fluctuations, Kings View/Miles Standish remains an economically prosperous area.
The transition from "Low Diversity" to "Moderate Diversity" with potential for "High Diversity" reflects a broader pattern of increasing racial integration in many American suburbs. This change often brings cultural enrichment and new perspectives to communities but can also present challenges in terms of social integration and equitable resource distribution.
Kings View/Miles Standish is undergoing a significant demographic transformation while maintaining economic stability. The neighborhood's evolution from a predominantly white community to one of increasing diversity, coupled with its above-average income levels, positions it as a microcosm of broader changes occurring in many American suburban communities. As this transition continues, it will be important to monitor how these demographic shifts influence local policies, community dynamics, and economic opportunities for all residents.
