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Demographic Shifts and Racial Diversity in Glenbrook Neighborhood, Marlborough, Massachusetts: 2012-2022
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Glenbrook neighborhood in Marlborough, Massachusetts, experienced significant demographic changes between 2012 and 2022. As of 2022, Glenbrook was classified as a "High Diversity" community with a median income of $124,004. The neighborhood's population increased from 214 residents in 2012 to 544 in 2022, more than doubling over the decade.
Glenbrook transitioned from a "White Majority" community to one of "High Diversity" during this period. In 2013, the neighborhood had "Low Diversity" with whites comprising 75% of the population. By 2022, no single racial group exceeded 50% of the population, with representation from white (49%), Black (21%), Asian (12%), and Hispanic (10%) groups.
The most significant demographic changes occurred between 2019 and 2022. The Black population increased from 1% in 2019 to 21% in 2022, while the Hispanic population grew from 7% to 10% during the same period. This rapid diversification suggests significant demographic change, potentially due to new housing developments or changing regional migration patterns.
The median income in Glenbrook increased from $91,948 in 2013 to $124,004 in 2022, representing a 35% increase. The most significant increase in median income occurred between 2019 and 2020, rising from $112,304 to $124,004. This period coincided with the most dramatic shift in racial composition, particularly the increase in the Black population.
The population growth in Glenbrook (154% increase from 2012 to 2022) exceeded the typical national average for suburban growth of 1-2% annually. The median income in Glenbrook ($124,004 in 2022) was higher than the national median household income (approximately $70,784 in 2021), indicating an affluent suburb.
Glenbrook's evolution from a predominantly white, low-diversity area to a high-diversity, affluent community exemplifies changing trends in American suburbs in the 21st century. The neighborhood's transformation may influence local dynamics, including school systems, local businesses, and community services.
