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Demographic Analysis of Golden's Bridge (ZIP code 10536): White Majority and Emerging 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
The zip code 10536 in Golden's Bridge, New York, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "Racial Majority" of white residents as of 2022. The area has a median income of $178,297, which is considerably higher than national averages, indicating an affluent suburban or exurban community.
Over the past decade, Golden's Bridge has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" area with a strong "White Majority." The white population has remained above 80% throughout this period, although there has been a slight decline from 85% in 2016 to 80% in 2022. This subtle shift suggests the beginnings of a potential "Transitional Community," albeit at a very slow pace.
The Hispanic population has shown the most significant growth, increasing from 6% in 2013 to 10% in 2022. This trend indicates a gradual diversification of the community. The Asian population has also seen a slight increase from 3% to 5% over the same period. Despite these changes, the community has not reached the threshold for "Moderate Diversity" as no minority group has exceeded 20% representation.
The median income in Golden's Bridge has shown a general upward trend, rising from $170,654 in 2013 to $178,297 in 2022, with a peak of $187,228 in 2021. This consistent high income level correlates with the stability of the white majority population and suggests that the area remains attractive to affluent residents.
The slight increase in diversity has not led to any significant decrease in median income. This could indicate that the new Hispanic and Asian residents moving into the area are also high-income earners, maintaining the community's overall economic status.
The population has remained relatively stable over the decade, fluctuating between about 11,800 and 12,600 residents. This stability, combined with the high and increasing median income, suggests a community with limited new housing development and possibly high property values that may be limiting rapid demographic changes.
The demographic composition of Golden's Bridge contrasts with broader trends in many suburban areas of New York and other parts of the United States, which have generally seen more rapid diversification over the past decade. The slow pace of change in this community might be attributed to its high property values and limited housing stock, as indicated by the stable population figures.
The extremely high median income of the area is far exceeding national and many regional averages for suburban communities. This economic exclusivity likely plays a significant role in maintaining the current demographic composition and slowing the pace of diversification.
Golden's Bridge shows early signs of transitioning towards greater diversity, but remains a predominantly white, affluent community with only gradual demographic shifts. The economic stability of the area appears to be a key factor in maintaining its current racial composition, even as it slowly becomes more diverse. Future years may see this trend continue, potentially leading to a more diverse community, but the pace of change suggests this would be a long-term process barring any significant shifts in local housing or economic policies.
