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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Thompsonville, Connecticut, exhibits a demographic profile that has changed over the past decade. As of 2022, this neighborhood is classified as a "White Majority" community, with 72% of the population identifying as white. The area shows indications of increasing diversity and can be considered a "Transitional Community." Thompsonville is situated within Enfield, Connecticut, and has historical significance as a former manufacturing center for carpets in the 19th century.
Over the past decade, Thompsonville has transitioned from a "Low Diversity" community to one approaching "Moderate Diversity." In 2013, the white population constituted 85% of the total. By 2022, this percentage had decreased to 72%, indicating a shift towards greater diversity. The Hispanic population has shown the most substantial growth, increasing from 5% in 2013 to 13% in 2022. The percentage of residents identifying as two or more races has increased from 2% to 8% during this period. These trends indicate that Thompsonville is a "Transitional Community," moving towards greater racial and ethnic diversity.
The demographic shifts in Thompsonville have occurred alongside economic changes. The median income has shown an upward trend, rising from $64,826 in 2013 to $72,359 in 2022, representing an 11.6% increase. This economic growth may have contributed to the area's increasing diversity by attracting new residents from various backgrounds. The population has remained relatively stable over this period, with a slight decrease from 24,588 in 2013 to 23,459 in 2022. This suggests that the demographic changes are primarily due to shifts within the existing population and targeted in-migration rather than overall population growth.
The trends observed in Thompsonville align with broader national patterns of increasing diversity in suburban areas. Many formerly homogeneous communities across the United States have experienced similar transitions over the past decade, particularly with growth in Hispanic and multiracial populations. The economic growth in Thompsonville, while positive, appears to be relatively modest compared to national trends. The U.S. median household income increased by approximately 18% between 2013 and 2022, suggesting that while Thompsonville has experienced economic improvement, it may be lagging slightly behind the national average.
Thompsonville exemplifies a community in transition, moving from low to moderate diversity while experiencing modest economic growth. These changes reflect broader national trends towards increasing diversity in suburban areas and highlight the dynamic nature of demographic and economic shifts in small American communities.