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Demographic Shifts in East Farms: From White Majority to Moderate 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
East Farms, a neighborhood in Waterbury, Connecticut, has transitioned from a White Majority to a Moderate Diversity profile with a White Plurality between 2013 and 2022. The neighborhood's population in 2022 was 826, with a median income of $103,357. East Farms was historically characterized by farmlands that have gradually transformed into a suburban residential area.
The demographic composition of East Farms has changed significantly over the past decade. In 2013, the neighborhood had a White Majority, with 55% of the population being white. By 2022, this had shifted to a Moderate Diversity profile with a White Plurality, where whites comprised 41% of the population, Hispanics 32%, and Blacks 21%. This change classifies East Farms as a Transitional Community.
The Hispanic population in East Farms grew from 26% in 2013 to 32% in 2022, while the Black population increased from 13% to 21% during the same period. Conversely, the white population decreased from 55% to 41%. Concurrent with these demographic changes, the median income in East Farms more than doubled, rising from $47,312 in 2013 to $103,357 in 2022.
The population of East Farms fluctuated over the years, peaking at 1,073 residents in 2020 before decreasing to 826 in 2022. The population surge in 2020 coincided with the COVID-19 pandemic, potentially indicating a temporary influx of residents seeking less dense living environments.
The demographic shifts observed in East Farms align with broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas. Many U.S. suburbs have experienced similar transitions from predominantly white communities to more diverse neighborhoods over the past decade. However, the substantial increase in median income distinguishes East Farms from many transitioning communities, where economic changes are typically more gradual.
The rapid income growth in East Farms may reflect a broader trend of gentrification or the development of high-end housing in previously affordable areas. This trend is observed in many urban and suburban areas across the United States, often resulting in complex socio-economic dynamics within communities.
East Farms exemplifies a Transitional Community that has evolved from a White Majority to a Moderate Diversity profile with a White Plurality. This demographic shift has been accompanied by significant economic growth, potentially indicating a unique combination of increasing diversity and affluence. These changes likely have substantial implications for community dynamics, local services, and housing markets in the area.
