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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Newport Beach, ZIP code 92660, is classified as having a "White Majority" with a significant Asian and Hispanic presence. As of 2022, the white population comprises 75% of the community, while Asian and Hispanic populations each represent approximately 9-10%. The area is characterized by high median incomes, with the 2022 figure at $143,918, exceeding national averages. This affluent coastal community has exhibited signs of increasing diversity over the past decade, although it remains predominantly white.
Over the past decade, Newport Beach has maintained its "White Majority" status, but has demonstrated a gradual trend towards increased diversity. The white population has decreased from 82% in 2013 to 75% in 2022, indicating a slow but consistent shift towards a more diverse community. The Asian population has remained relatively stable at around 8-9% throughout the decade. The Hispanic population has shown a more noticeable increase, growing from 7% in 2015 to 10% in 2022. The category of "two or more races" has also experienced growth, from 1% in 2013 to 4% in 2022, suggesting an increase in multiracial families or individuals.
The median income in Newport Beach has fluctuated over the years but has generally remained very high. It peaked in 2021 at $158,090 before slightly decreasing to $143,918 in 2022. This slight decrease coincides with the most recent increases in diversity, particularly in the Hispanic and multiracial categories. The population has grown steadily from 31,897 in 2010 to 35,541 in 2022, a growth of about 11.4% over 12 years. This population growth, combined with the increasing diversity and consistently high median income, suggests that the area remains attractive to a variety of demographics while maintaining its affluent status.
Newport Beach is becoming more diverse at a slower rate compared to many other parts of California and the nation as a whole. The continued white majority of 75% in 2022 is significantly higher than the overall California demographic, where non-Hispanic whites make up less than 40% of the population. The high median income of Newport Beach also distinguishes it from state and national averages. Even with the slight decrease in 2022, the median income remains well above the California median (around $84,907 in 2022) and more than double the national median (about $70,784 in 2022).
These factors indicate that while Newport Beach is slowly diversifying, it remains a distinctly affluent and predominantly white enclave within the broader, more diverse context of California. The gradual increase in diversity, particularly among Hispanic and multiracial populations, may suggest a slow opening up of this wealthy community to a wider range of residents, potentially driven by broader economic and social trends in the region and nation.