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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Chester, New Jersey (zip code 07930) is classified as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority" comprising 88% of the population in 2022. The community has a high economic status, with a median income of $160,771 in 2022, which is above national averages.
Over the past decade, Chester has maintained its "Low Diversity" status with a "White Majority." The white population percentage decreased from 94% in 2013 to 88% in 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 2% in 2013 to 5% in 2022. The Asian population increased slightly from 1% in 2013 to 3% in 2022. Black residents and those identifying as two or more races each reached 1% and 3% respectively by 2022. Despite these changes, the area remains in the "Low Diversity" category as the white population exceeds 75%.
The median income in Chester has shown an overall upward trend. It increased from $156,329 in 2013 to $160,771 in 2022, representing a 2.8% increase over the decade. The highest median income was recorded in 2021 at $179,860. The median income has consistently remained above $150,000 throughout the decade, indicating a stable, high-income community.
The gradual increase in diversity correlates with the overall trend of increasing median income. This suggests that the slow diversification may be linked to the area's economic attractiveness to high-income individuals from various backgrounds.
Chester's median income is likely higher than both state and national averages. The slow increase in diversity, particularly in Hispanic and Asian populations, aligns with broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas. The rate of change in Chester appears to be slower than many other suburban communities across the U.S.
The population has remained relatively stable over the decade, ranging from about 8,800 to 9,200 residents. This stability, combined with high incomes, suggests a well-established community with limited new development or significant demographic shifts.
Chester shows signs of a gradual transition towards greater diversity, but remains a predominantly white, high-income area with economic stability. The slow pace of demographic change, coupled with consistently high median incomes, suggests a community that is attractive to affluent residents across racial lines but maintains a strong existing demographic structure.