The population of Barre has remained stable, fluctuating between 5,100 and 5,300 residents over the decade. This stability, combined with rising incomes, may indicate increasing desirability and potentially higher living costs in the community.

Barre's racial composition is less diverse than many urban and suburban areas in Massachusetts. The median income growth in Barre exceeds the national average. The stability in population suggests possible limited housing growth or zoning restrictions, contrasting with rapidly growing suburban areas elsewhere in the state.

Barre remains a "Low Diversity" community, but subtle demographic shifts, particularly in the Hispanic population, suggest potential future changes. The area's economic growth, as evidenced by rising median incomes, may be attracting a slowly diversifying population. However, the pace of change is gradual, and sustained trends over a longer period would be necessary to significantly alter the community's demographic profile.