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Plymouth Beach: A Study of Racial Homogeneity in a Coastal Neighborhood
CATEGORY
Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Plymouth Beach, a neighborhood in Plymouth, Massachusetts, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community. As of 2022, the neighborhood has a 99% white population, indicating minimal racial diversity. The median income in 2022 was $89,403, and the neighborhood had 171 residents. Plymouth Beach is part of the town where the Pilgrims first settled in 1620.
From 2013 to 2022, Plymouth Beach maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community. The racial composition remained stable, with the white population consistently comprising 96-100% of residents. There has been no significant transition between diversity categories, indicating a consistent demographic homogeneity.
The neighborhood experienced economic fluctuations during this period. The median income varied, reaching a peak of $106,136 in 2017 before decreasing to $89,403 in 2022. The population grew from 130 residents in 2013 to 171 in 2022, with a peak of 199 in 2020. The peak in population coincided with a decrease in median income, potentially indicating an influx of relatively less affluent residents during this period.
Plymouth Beach's demographic stability contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity. The income levels in Plymouth Beach have consistently remained above the national median household income, suggesting the neighborhood has maintained its status as an affluent area.
The population growth in Plymouth Beach represents a significant percentage increase for a small community. This growth could indicate the area's attractiveness, possibly due to its coastal location and historical significance.
Plymouth Beach presents a case of a small, affluent, and demographically stable community that has not followed broader national trends towards increased diversity. Its economic fluctuations, coupled with population growth, suggest a dynamic local economy while maintaining its distinct demographic character. This stability in racial composition, combined with economic changes, may have implications for local culture, community dynamics, and future development in this coastal neighborhood.
