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Demographic Analysis of Highland-on-the-Lake, New York (14047): Racial Composition and Diversity Trends
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Highland-on-the-Lake, located in New York state with zip code 14047, is classified as a Low Diversity community. The white population comprises 94% of the total population of 6,030 as of 2022. The median income is $69,481.
Highland-on-the-Lake has maintained its status as a Low Diversity community over the past decade. The white population has remained the Racial Majority, with percentages ranging from 94% to 97% between 2013 and 2022. Minimal changes have occurred in other racial categories, with slight increases in Hispanic, Black, and Two or More Races populations.
The percentage of white residents decreased from 97% in 2017 to 94% in 2022, while the Hispanic population increased from 2% to 3%, and those identifying as Two or More Races rose from 0% to 2% in the same period. These changes could indicate the early stages of a Transitional Community, albeit at a slow pace.
The median income in Highland-on-the-Lake has fluctuated over the past decade. In 2013, the median income was $68,927, and by 2022 it had reached $69,481. The highest median income was recorded in 2021 at $74,247, while the lowest was in 2017 at $65,625. The subtle increases in diversity coincide with periods of higher median income.
Population trends show a decline from 6,846 in 2010 to 6,030 in 2022. This decline does not strongly correlate with changes in racial composition or median income.
The demographic makeup of Highland-on-the-Lake contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity. The median income of $69,481 in 2022 is slightly above the national median household income of $67,521 in 2020.
The slow pace of demographic change in Highland-on-the-Lake could be attributed to various factors, such as limited economic opportunities for newcomers, housing policies, or geographical location. The subtle increases in diversity, coupled with relatively stable median incomes, may indicate a gradual opening up of the community to a more diverse population.
Highland-on-the-Lake remains a Low Diversity community with a strong White Majority, but there are early indications of potential demographic shifts. These changes could signal the beginning of a long-term transition towards greater diversity, aligning slowly with broader national trends. The economic stability of the area may play a role in attracting a more diverse population over time.
