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Demographic Shifts in Williams Street Neighborhood: White Majority with Increasing Racial 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
The Williams Street neighborhood in Marlborough, Massachusetts, has been categorized as a "Moderate Diversity" community with a White majority as of 2022. This neighborhood has undergone significant demographic changes over the past decade, transitioning from a predominantly White area to one with increasing racial diversity. The neighborhood has a high median income of $147,946 in 2022, indicating it is an affluent area within Marlborough.
In 2013, the Williams Street neighborhood was classified as having "Low Diversity," with the White population comprising 81% of residents. Over the next decade, the area experienced a gradual but significant transformation. By 2022, the White population decreased to 66%, while Asian, Black, and multiracial populations increased substantially. This shift moved the neighborhood from "Low Diversity" to "Moderate Diversity," with three racial groups (White, Asian, and Black) having significant representation.
The most notable changes include an Asian population growth from 11% in 2013 to 16% in 2022, a Black population increase from 1% in 2013 to 9% in 2022, and a multiracial population rise from 1% in 2013 to 5% in 2022. These shifts suggest the neighborhood is becoming a "Transitional Community," with increasing diversity and a trend towards potentially becoming a "Majority-Minority" area in the future if current trends continue.
The demographic changes in Williams Street have occurred alongside economic growth. The median income rose from $138,111 in 2013 to $147,946 in 2022, an increase of about 7%. The years of greatest demographic change (2018-2022) coincided with some of the highest median incomes, peaking at $170,418 in 2021. This suggests that the increasing diversity may be linked to an influx of high-earning professionals from various racial backgrounds.
The population has grown from 4,141 in 2013 to 5,577 in 2022, a 34.7% increase. This population growth, combined with rising incomes and increasing diversity, indicates a neighborhood experiencing economic vitality and attracting a wide range of new residents.
The demographic shifts in Williams Street reflect broader trends seen in many suburban areas near major cities, particularly those with strong tech sectors. The growth in Asian and Black populations, coupled with high incomes, suggests that this neighborhood may be attracting diverse, highly skilled professionals. The median household income in Williams Street ($147,946 in 2022) is higher than the national median ($70,784 in 2021), indicating an exceptionally affluent area.
The Williams Street neighborhood in Marlborough is undergoing a significant demographic transition, evolving from a predominantly White, low-diversity area to a moderately diverse, affluent community. This change, occurring alongside strong economic growth and population increase, suggests a dynamic neighborhood that may continue to attract a diverse range of high-earning professionals in the coming years.
