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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Chantilly, Virginia, has experienced significant demographic changes over the past decade. As of 2022, it is classified as a "Majority-Minority" area with "High Diversity." The Asian population constitutes a plurality at 39%, followed by the White population at 35%, and a significant Hispanic representation at 19%. The community has a high median income of $139,961, positioning it as an affluent and multicultural suburb.
Over the past decade, Chantilly has transitioned from a "White Majority" community to a "Majority-Minority" area. In 2013, the White population comprised 51% of the total. By 2017, this shifted to a "White Plurality" (43%), and by 2020, the community entered a "Majority-Minority" status with increasing Asian and Hispanic populations.
The most significant change has been the growth of the Asian population, increasing from 23% in 2013 to 39% in 2022, now forming a plurality. This shift appears to be part of a "Transitional Community" trend, with consistent year-over-year increases in Asian representation.
As Chantilly has become more diverse, its median income has remained consistently high, ranging between $134,734 and $143,933 over the past decade. This suggests that the demographic changes have not negatively impacted the area's economic status. The highest median income of $143,933 was recorded in 2021, coinciding with the peak of diversity.
The population has shown modest growth, increasing from 26,100 in 2013 to a peak of 27,753 in 2017, before slightly declining to 26,858 in 2022. This pattern may indicate a stabilization of growth as the community diversifies.
Chantilly's demographic shift aligns with broader trends seen in many suburban areas near major metropolitan centers, particularly those with strong tech or government sectors. The high Asian population growth is consistent with national trends of increasing Asian immigration and internal migration to affluent suburban areas.
Based on observed trends, Chantilly is likely to continue its trajectory as a "Majority-Minority" community with "High Diversity." The Asian population may continue to grow, potentially reaching or exceeding 40% in the coming years, which could shift the categorization to an "Asian Plurality" if current trends persist.
Economically, the area is likely to maintain its high-income status, given the consistency of median income despite demographic changes. This suggests that incoming residents are maintaining or elevating the economic profile of the community.
In the future, Chantilly might transition into a new category termed "Affluent Multicultural Hub," characterized by high diversity, no clear majority, and consistently high median incomes. This evolution could position Chantilly as a model for successful integration of diverse populations in high-income suburban settings.