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Demographic Evolution of ZIP Code 02474: From Low Diversity to Moderate Diversity (2013-2022)
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
As of 2022, the zip code 02474 in Arlington, Massachusetts, is classified as a "White Majority" community with moderate diversity. The area has a population of 28,818 and a median income of $121,113. The white population comprises 74% of the total, with Asian (14%), Hispanic (6%), and mixed-race (4%) residents also present.
Over the past decade, Arlington has transitioned from a "Low Diversity" community towards a more diverse demographic makeup, while maintaining its "White Majority" status. In 2013, the white population constituted 82% of the total, categorizing it as "Low Diversity." By 2022, this percentage had decreased to 74%, indicating a trend towards increased diversity.
The most significant change has been the growth of the Asian population, which increased from 9% in 2013 to 14% in 2022. This shift, along with modest increases in Hispanic, Black, and mixed-race populations, has moved the community from "Low Diversity" to "Moderate Diversity" status. The community could be characterized as a "Transitional Community," with consistent year-over-year increases in minority populations, particularly among Asian and Hispanic residents.
The increasing diversity has coincided with rising median incomes. From 2013 to 2022, the median income grew from $110,052 to $121,113, an increase of about 10%. The population has also grown steadily, from 26,720 in 2013 to 28,818 in 2022, an increase of about 7.9%.
The trends observed in Arlington align with broader patterns seen in many affluent suburbs near major metropolitan areas. The gradual diversification, particularly the growth in Asian population, is consistent with national trends of increased Asian immigration and movement into suburban areas.
The continued high median income, even as the community diversifies, suggests that Arlington is attracting well-educated, high-earning professionals from various backgrounds. This trend is often seen in tech-oriented regions or areas with strong knowledge economies.
The community's evolution reflects a broader national shift towards increased suburban diversity, particularly in high-income areas. Arlington's rate of diversification appears to be more gradual than some rapidly changing suburbs, maintaining a strong white majority even as it becomes more diverse.
Arlington (02474) presents a case of gradual, steady diversification within a high-income suburban context. While still categorized as a "White Majority" area, it is transitioning towards greater diversity, potentially moving towards "High Diversity" status in the coming years if current trends continue. This demographic evolution, coupled with sustained economic prosperity, suggests a community navigating the challenges and opportunities of increasing multiculturalism in affluent suburban America.
