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Demographic Analysis of South Salem, New York: A Study of Racial Composition and Economic Trends
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
South Salem, a neighborhood in Lewisboro, New York, exhibits a Low Diversity profile with a White Majority. As of 2022, the white population comprises 84% of the total. The area is characterized by high median incomes, with the 2022 figure at $161,222. South Salem is known for its rural charm and houses the Wolf Conservation Center.
Over the past decade, South Salem has maintained its status as a White Majority community with Low Diversity. The white population has decreased from 89% in 2017 to 84% in 2022. The Hispanic population has increased from 4% in 2013 to 8% in 2022. Asian and Black populations have remained relatively stable, with the Asian population around 3-4% and the Black population increasing from 1% to 3% in 2022.
The median income in South Salem has fluctuated but remains high. The highest median income was recorded in 2021 at $175,729. A decrease occurred from 2021 to 2022, dropping from $175,729 to $161,222. The overall trend shows an increase in median income from $163,459 in 2013 to $161,222 in 2022, representing about 11% growth over a decade.
Population trends show an increase in 2022, growing from 9,449 in 2021 to 16,268 in 2022. This growth coincides with increased diversity and a slight decrease in median income.
The median income in South Salem is higher than the national average. The slow increase in diversity, particularly in the Hispanic population, aligns with national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas. The population increase in 2022 may reflect broader trends of migration to suburban areas.
South Salem remains a predominantly white, affluent community with low diversity, but shows signs of gradual change. The increasing Hispanic population and recent population surge suggest early stages of demographic transition. The persistently high median income indicates that diversification is likely occurring within upper-income brackets, maintaining the area's affluent character.
