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Demographic Analysis of 93643: White Majority and Racial Composition Changes
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 93643 in North Fork, California, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The area has a population of 2,515 and a median income of $56,575. This rural zip code covers 192.66 square miles and has experienced minor demographic changes over the past decade.
From 2013 to 2022, North Fork maintained its status as a "White Majority" community. The White population fluctuated between 66% and 78%, ending at 75% in 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 5% in 2013 to 19% in 2017-2018, then declined to 10% by 2022. The Native American population decreased from 13% in 2013 to 7% in 2022. The population identifying as two or more races increased from 6% in 2013 to 8% in 2022.
The median income in North Fork has shown significant variability over the decade. It declined from $54,510 in 2013 to $43,364 in 2015, then increased to $65,074 in 2018. From 2019 to 2022, it fluctuated, reaching a peak of $74,863 in 2020 before settling at $56,575 in 2022. The period of highest Hispanic representation (2017-2018) coincided with a rise in median income. The population has generally decreased from 2,707 in 2013 to 2,515 in 2022, with some fluctuations.
North Fork's subtle shifts towards increased diversity align with broader national trends of growing diversity in rural areas. However, the area's demographic changes are less pronounced compared to many urban and suburban regions in California. The income volatility observed in North Fork may reflect broader economic challenges faced by rural communities, such as changes in local industries or limited job opportunities. The recent decline in median income from its 2020 peak could be related to the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.
North Fork remains a "Low Diversity" community with a strong "White Majority." Subtle demographic shifts and significant income fluctuations over the past decade suggest a community in transition. These changes, though gradual, may have implications for local services, community dynamics, and economic development strategies in the coming years.
