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Demographic Analysis of Bennett, North Carolina (27208): White Majority and Low 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
Bennett, North Carolina (zip code 27208) is a Low Diversity community with a White Majority. As of 2022, the white population comprises 90% of the total, with a median income of $53,885. The area has experienced demographic shifts and economic fluctuations over the past decade.
Throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), Bennett has consistently maintained its status as a Low Diversity community with a White Majority. The white population remained dominant but showed a slight decrease from 92% in 2019 to 90% in 2022. The Black population decreased from 5% in 2013 to 2% in 2022. The Hispanic population increased slightly from 1% in 2013 to 2% in 2022. Two or more races emerged as a category in 2020, growing from 3% to 5% by 2022. These changes suggest a slow trend towards slightly increased diversity, though not enough to change the community's overall classification.
The median income in Bennett has shown fluctuations over the decade. From 2013-2017, it remained relatively stable, ranging from $41,833 to $47,940. Between 2018-2021, there was a sharp increase from $45,941 in 2018 to $62,417 in 2021. In 2022, it decreased to $53,885, still higher than pre-2018 levels. Population trends have been relatively stable, with minor fluctuations. The peak population was 1,765 in 2016, and the current population is 1,366 in 2022.
The economic trends do not seem to correlate strongly with the minor demographic shifts. The increase in median income from 2018 to 2021 occurred while the racial composition remained relatively stable. The slight increase in diversity coincided with both rising and falling median incomes.
Bennett's demographic stability contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in many areas. The community's median income growth from 2018 to 2021 aligns with broader economic growth seen in many parts of the U.S. during this period. The slight increase in Hispanic and multi-racial populations, though small, reflects broader national demographic trends. The decrease in the Black population percentage goes against national trends of stable or increasing Black populations in many areas.
While Bennett has experienced some economic fluctuations and minor demographic shifts over the past decade, it remains a Low Diversity community with a strong White Majority. The subtle increases in Hispanic and multi-racial populations suggest a very slow trend towards increased diversity, but this change is happening at a much slower rate than in many other parts of the country. The community's economic trajectory, marked by significant income growth followed by a recent decline, will be important to monitor in relation to any future demographic changes.
