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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Long Branch Creek, a neighborhood in Arlington, Virginia, exhibited a "White Majority" demographic profile with 56% of the population identifying as white in 2022. The community maintained a relatively stable racial composition over the past decade, with some fluctuations. Economically, the neighborhood experienced significant income growth, with the median income rising from $95,363 in 2013 to $88,937 in 2022, despite a recent decline. Long Branch Creek's proximity to the Pentagon likely influences its demographics and economic characteristics.
From 2013 to 2022, Long Branch Creek consistently maintained a "White Majority" status, with the white population ranging from 48% to 59%. In 2015, the neighborhood briefly transitioned to a "White Plurality" status, with the white population dropping to 48%. This shift coincided with increases in Asian, Black, and Hispanic populations. By 2020, the white population reached its peak at 59%, solidifying the "White Majority" status. Throughout the decade, the Black population remained the second-largest group, consistently around 20-25%, indicating a "Moderate Diversity" in the neighborhood. The Asian and Hispanic populations fluctuated between 4-11% each, contributing to the overall diversity of the area.
The neighborhood's economic trajectory showed correlations with its demographic shifts. The median income saw a steady increase from 2013 to 2021, rising from $95,363 to $114,191, a 19.7% increase over eight years. The peak in median income in 2021 ($114,191) coincided with a slight increase in the Asian population and a decrease in the Hispanic population, potentially indicating changes in the neighborhood's professional demographic. In 2022, there was a significant drop in median income to $88,937, a 22% decrease from the previous year. This sharp decline occurred alongside a slight increase in the Black population and a decrease in the white population, suggesting possible economic challenges or demographic shifts affecting higher-income residents.
The population remained relatively stable over the decade, fluctuating between 3,643 and 4,254 residents, with no clear correlation to income changes.
The median income in Long Branch Creek has consistently been higher than the national average, reflecting Arlington's status as a relatively affluent area. The neighborhood's racial composition, while majority white, is more diverse than many suburban areas in the United States, likely influenced by its proximity to Washington D.C. and the Pentagon. The recent sharp decline in median income in 2022 is notable and may be worth investigating in the context of broader economic trends in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area or potential changes in government or military employment patterns.
Long Branch Creek presents a picture of a stable, moderately diverse community with a strong economic base, despite recent fluctuations. Its proximity to key government installations likely contributes to its demographic and economic resilience, even as it experiences subtle shifts in its racial composition and income levels.