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Demographic Changes in South Yarmouth, Massachusetts: A Study of Racial Composition from 2013 to 2022
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
South Yarmouth, Massachusetts is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" (85% in 2022). The neighborhood has undergone gradual demographic changes over the past decade, moving towards increased diversity. South Yarmouth, with a median income of $72,993 in 2022, represents a middle-class suburban area on Cape Cod.
South Yarmouth has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community throughout the studied period. The white population has decreased from 93% in 2013 to 85% in 2022. The Asian population has increased from 2% in 2013 to 6% in 2022. The Hispanic population and those identifying as two or more races have increased from 2% to 3% and 1% to 5% respectively. These changes suggest a "Transitional Community" status, with a trend towards increasing diversity over the past decade.
The median income in South Yarmouth has grown from $56,215 in 2013 to $72,993 in 2022, representing a 29.8% increase over nine years. There was an increase in median income from 2020 ($72,181) to 2021 ($81,655), followed by a decrease in 2022. This economic growth correlates with the increasing diversity, suggesting that the area may be attracting more affluent and diverse residents. The population has decreased slightly from 9,450 in 2013 to 9,211 in 2022.
The gradual diversification of South Yarmouth aligns with broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas. The pace of change is slower than in many other parts of the country. The income growth outpaces the national average, which could be attributed to the area's desirability as a coastal community and its proximity to Boston's economic influence.
The increase in Asian population is notable and may reflect broader trends of Asian Americans moving to suburban areas across the United States. The growth in the "two or more races" category also mirrors national trends, as multiracial identities become more common and accepted.
South Yarmouth remains predominantly white, but its slow transition towards greater diversity, coupled with economic growth, suggests a community in the early stages of demographic change. This evolution may bring both opportunities and challenges as the community adapts to a more diverse population while maintaining its character as a desirable coastal suburb.
