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Demographic and Racial Trends in Severn, Maryland: 2013-2022
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Severn, Maryland, exhibits a demographic profile characterized as "Moderate Diversity" as of 2022. The city's population of 56,166 is distributed among several racial groups, with no single group holding a clear majority. The white population comprises 43% of the total, followed by the Black population at 33%. The median income in Severn was $110,555 in 2022.
Over the past decade, Severn has maintained its "Moderate Diversity" status, but with notable shifts. In 2013, the white population was 47% and the Black population was 33%. By 2022, the white population decreased to 43% while the Black population remained at 33%. The Asian population has remained stable at 8-9% throughout the decade. The Hispanic population and those identifying as two or more races have shown growth, increasing from 6% and 4% respectively in 2013 to 9% and 6% in 2022.
The demographic shifts have occurred alongside economic growth. The median income has risen from $101,658 in 2013 to $110,555 in 2022, an 8.75% increase. The population has grown from 45,771 in 2013 to 56,166 in 2022, a 22.7% increase. This population growth and income increase indicate that Severn has become an increasingly attractive place to live for various racial groups.
The trends observed in Severn align with broader national patterns of increasing diversity in suburban areas. The growth in Hispanic and multiracial populations reflects national demographic shifts, while the maintained economic prosperity suggests that Severn has successfully navigated these changes.
Based on observed trends, Severn is likely to continue its trajectory towards greater diversity. If current trends persist, the city may transition from "Moderate Diversity" to "High Diversity" within the next decade. This transition would be marked by a further decrease in the white population percentage, potentially dropping below 40%; continued growth of the Hispanic and multiracial populations, possibly reaching or exceeding 10% each; and maintained stability or slight growth in the Black and Asian populations.
Economically, if the correlation between increasing diversity and rising median income continues, further economic growth can be expected. However, this growth may moderate as the city approaches a more balanced demographic distribution.
Severn represents a dynamic, evolving community that has maintained economic prosperity while becoming increasingly diverse. Its progression from near "White Plurality" to solid "Moderate Diversity," with potential for "High Diversity," demonstrates the changing demographics of suburban America and the economic opportunities that can accompany such shifts.
