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Demographic Shifts and Racial Composition in Twinbrook: A Decade of Change
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Twinbrook, a neighborhood in Rockville, Maryland, is currently classified as a Majority-Minority community with Moderate Diversity. As of 2022, the racial composition of Twinbrook is 37% white, 34% Hispanic, 15% Asian, and 10% Black. The neighborhood's median income in 2022 was $101,409. Twinbrook features a mix of mid-century single-family homes and newer multifamily developments.
Over the past decade, Twinbrook has transitioned from a White Plurality community to a Majority-Minority neighborhood. In 2013, the white population constituted 48% of the total, decreasing to 37% by 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 24% to 34% during the same period. The Asian and Black populations have remained relatively stable with slight increases. This demographic shift classifies Twinbrook as a Transitional Community.
The median income in Twinbrook has increased from $97,479 in 2013 to $101,409 in 2022, with fluctuations in between. The population has grown from 18,843 in 2013 to 19,524 in 2022. These economic and population trends have occurred alongside the demographic shifts, suggesting that increasing diversity has not negatively impacted the neighborhood's economic status.
Twinbrook's demographic evolution reflects broader trends seen in many suburban areas near major metropolitan centers. The increasing Hispanic population aligns with national trends, where the Hispanic population has been one of the fastest-growing demographic groups in the United States. The maintenance of high median incomes alongside increasing diversity challenges perceptions that link demographic changes with economic decline.
The neighborhood's transformation into a Majority-Minority community while maintaining economic stability is noteworthy. This trend is similar to changes observed in other diverse, affluent suburbs around Washington D.C., reflecting the region's strong economy and attractiveness to a wide range of demographic groups.
Twinbrook exemplifies a Transitional Community, evolving from a White Plurality to a Majority-Minority neighborhood with Moderate to High Diversity over the past decade. This transition has occurred alongside economic growth and stability, positioning Twinbrook as an example of inclusive suburban development in the 21st century.
