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Demographic Shifts and Racial Composition in North Cambridge: A Study of White Majority and Increasing Diversity
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
North Cambridge, a neighborhood in Cambridge, Massachusetts, represents a Moderate Diversity community with a White Plurality. As of 2022, the white population comprises 57% of residents, with Asian (20%) and Black (12%) populations. The neighborhood has experienced economic growth, with the median income rising from $89,346 in 2013 to $122,433 in 2022. North Cambridge is located near Harvard University and MIT.
Over the past decade, North Cambridge has transitioned from a community with a White Majority to one of Moderate Diversity with a White Plurality. In 2013, the white population constituted 65% of residents. By 2022, this percentage had decreased to 57%. The Asian population increased from 11% in 2013 to 20% in 2022. The Black population has remained relatively stable, between 12-17% over the decade.
The demographic shifts in North Cambridge correlate with economic growth. The median income has increased by approximately 37% from 2013 to 2022. The population has grown from 17,659 in 2013 to 21,339 in 2022, an increase of about 21%. This growth indicates that North Cambridge has become increasingly desirable, likely attracting high-skilled workers in tech and academia.
The trends observed in North Cambridge align with patterns seen in many knowledge economy hubs across the United States. Cities with strong ties to universities and tech industries often experience similar demographic shifts, with increasing diversity and rising incomes. Areas like Silicon Valley in California or the Research Triangle in North Carolina have seen comparable trends of increasing Asian populations and rising incomes.
The neighborhood's economic growth outpaces national averages, with the U.S. median household income growing by about 18% from 2013 to 2022, compared to North Cambridge's 37% growth. This suggests that North Cambridge is experiencing more rapid economic development than many other parts of the country.
North Cambridge exemplifies a Transitional Community, evolving from a White Majority area to one of Moderate Diversity with a White Plurality. This transition correlates with economic growth, likely driven by its proximity to educational institutions and its attractiveness to high-skilled workers in knowledge-based industries. These changes reflect broader trends in similar urban areas but are particularly pronounced in North Cambridge, highlighting its position in the knowledge economy landscape.
