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Demographic Transition in Riverneck Area: 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
The Riverneck Area of Chelmsford, Massachusetts, has transitioned from a White Majority community to one of Moderate Diversity. As of 2022, the area has a population of 251 with a median income of $129,954. The neighborhood is located near the Merrimack River.
Over the past decade, the Riverneck Area has experienced significant changes in its racial composition. In 2013, the white population comprised 69% of the community. By 2022, this percentage decreased to 50%, while the Asian population increased to 42%. This shift classifies the area as a Transitional Community.
The Asian population showed a consistent upward trend from 26% in 2013 to 46% in 2021, before slightly decreasing to 42% in 2022. Small but growing Hispanic and Black populations have also emerged in recent years, contributing to the increased diversity.
The demographic shifts have occurred alongside fluctuations in median income. The median income increased from $126,067 in 2013 to $153,089 in 2021, before decreasing to $129,954 in 2022. This overall increase in median income suggests a potential correlation between the influx of Asian residents and high-skilled, well-compensated job opportunities in the area.
The population has grown from 195 in 2010 to 251 in 2022. This growth, combined with the changing racial composition, indicates that the neighborhood is attracting new residents, particularly from Asian backgrounds.
The demographic changes in the Riverneck Area reflect broader trends seen in many suburban communities near major metropolitan areas in the United States. The increase in Asian population is consistent with national trends of growing Asian communities in affluent suburbs.
The median income in this neighborhood significantly exceeds the national median household income of approximately $70,784 in 2021. This suggests that the Riverneck Area is an economically privileged enclave.
The transition from a White Majority to a Moderate Diversity classification over a decade is a relatively rapid change. This could be due to the area's proximity to economic centers or educational institutions that are attracting a diverse, highly skilled workforce.
The Riverneck Area of Chelmsford has undergone a significant demographic transformation over the past decade, evolving from a predominantly white community to one of moderate diversity. This change has been accompanied by overall economic growth, reflecting broader national trends of increasing diversity in affluent areas.
