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Demographic Analysis of Long Cove: A Predominantly White, Affluent Neighborhood
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Long Cove, a neighborhood in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, exhibits a "Low Diversity" demographic profile, with a white majority of 92% as of 2022. The neighborhood has a median income of $153,864, which is above the national average. Long Cove is a luxury gated community with high-end homes and a private golf course.
Over the past decade, Long Cove has maintained its "Low Diversity" categorization. The white population has remained the dominant racial group, never falling below 86%. The Hispanic population has shown a gradual increase from 0% in 2015 to 6% in 2022. Asian, Black, Native American, Pacific Islander, and multiracial populations have had minimal representation in Long Cove throughout the decade, with only a slight appearance of Asian residents (1%) in 2022.
The median income in Long Cove has fluctuated significantly over the years. It ranged from a high of $175,699 in 2013 to a low of $79,875 in 2015. After a period of relative stability from 2017 to 2021, 2022 saw a significant increase to $153,864. The population grew from 621 in 2010 to 914 in 2018, then declined to 751 in 2022.
Long Cove's demographic profile contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity. While many areas across the U.S. have seen growing minority populations, Long Cove has maintained its predominantly white demographic.
The neighborhood's economic profile is atypical. With a median income higher than the national average, Long Cove represents an enclave of affluence. This high income, combined with the low diversity, suggests a community that may be less accessible to a broader range of socioeconomic groups.
The increase in Hispanic population, while small, mirrors broader national trends of growing Hispanic communities across the U.S. However, the pace of this change in Long Cove is slower than in many other parts of the country.
Long Cove presents a picture of a stable, affluent, and predominantly white community that has seen minimal demographic shifts over the past decade. While there are indications of potential future diversification, particularly with the growth of the Hispanic population, the neighborhood remains characterized by its low diversity and high economic status. This stability in racial composition, coupled with high but fluctuating incomes, sets Long Cove apart from many communities experiencing more rapid demographic and economic changes across the United States.
