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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Wellington, a neighborhood in Manchester, New Hampshire, is categorized as "Low Diversity" with a White majority of 80% as of 2022. Over the past decade, the neighborhood has experienced subtle demographic shifts while maintaining its predominantly White composition. The median income in Wellington was $86,340 in 2022, indicating an upper-middle-class suburban area. Wellington's proximity to the Merrimack River has historically influenced the neighborhood's development and recreational activities.
Throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), Wellington has consistently remained in the "Low Diversity" category. However, there have been subtle shifts within this classification. The percentage of White residents has decreased slightly from 83% in 2013 to 80% in 2022. There has been a gradual increase in minority populations, particularly in Black and Hispanic communities. The Black population grew from 1% in 2013 to 7% in 2022, while the Hispanic population increased from 3% to 7% in the same period. The Asian community saw fluctuations, peaking at 7% in 2014 and 2018, but settling at 3% by 2022. The "Two or More Races" category emerged in the data from 2020 onwards, reaching 4% by 2022, indicating a growing acknowledgment of multiracial identities.
The median income in Wellington has shown overall growth, albeit with some fluctuations. From 2013 to 2022, there was a slight overall decrease of about 0.9%, from $87,112 to $86,340. However, this masks significant year-to-year variations. The highest median income was recorded in 2021 at $108,936, showing a substantial increase from previous years. The sharp decrease from 2021 to 2022 (from $108,936 to $86,340) is notable. The gradual increase in diversity appears to have had a minimal impact on overall income levels, suggesting that incoming minority residents are likely of similar socioeconomic status to the existing population.
Population trends show moderate growth from 8,351 in 2013 to 8,027 in 2022, with some fluctuations in between. The peak population of 8,964 was reached in 2015, coinciding with a period of lower median income, which could suggest an influx of more diverse, middle-income residents during that time.
Wellington's demographic shifts align with broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas. The slow pace of change in Wellington suggests it may be lagging behind national averages in terms of diversification. The neighborhood's income levels, consistently above $80,000 throughout the decade, indicate that Wellington remains an affluent area compared to national medians. The sharp income increase in 2021 followed by a decrease in 2022 might reflect broader economic trends related to the COVID-19 pandemic and its aftermath, including shifts in employment patterns and housing markets.
In conclusion, while Wellington remains a predominantly White, upper-middle-class neighborhood, subtle signs of increasing diversity and economic fluctuations suggest a community in slow transition. These changes, though gradual, may have implications for local services, community dynamics, and future development in the area.