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Demographic Analysis of Pike, New York (ZIP 14066): A Study of Racial Composition and 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
Pike, New York (ZIP code 14066) is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority." As of 2022, the white population comprises 92% of the total, exceeding the 75% threshold for low diversity classification. The area has a population of 1,287 and a median income of $60,222 as of 2022, representing a small, predominantly white rural community.
Pike has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" over the past decade. There are signs of a gradual shift towards increased diversity. The white population percentage has decreased from 98% in 2013 to 92% in 2022. The Hispanic population has grown from 0% in 2013 to 4% in 2022. A small "Two or More Races" population (2% in 2022) has emerged.
The median income in Pike has shown a positive trend over the past decade. From 2013 to 2022, the median income increased from $49,425 to $60,222, representing a 21.8% growth. There was a spike in 2021 with a median income of $66,152, followed by a decrease in 2022. The population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 1,152 and 1,321 over the decade.
The gradual increase in median income correlates with the subtle increase in diversity, suggesting that economic growth may be attracting a slightly more diverse population. However, the relationship is not strong enough to draw definitive conclusions.
The slow pace of diversification in Pike contrasts with national trends, where many areas are experiencing more rapid demographic shifts. The community's consistent "Low Diversity" status over a decade may be typical for rural communities in certain regions. The income growth rate of 21.8% over nine years is roughly in line with national averages, indicating that Pike is neither significantly outpacing nor falling behind broader economic trends.
Pike represents a stable, predominantly white rural community that is experiencing gradual demographic shifts and steady economic growth. While it remains in the "Low Diversity" category, subtle changes in racial composition hint at the potential for increased diversity in the future if current trends continue. The economic stability and growth may be factors in attracting a slightly more diverse population, but the changes remain minimal. This community's evolution provides a case study of how homogeneous areas can experience subtle demographic shifts over time, reflecting broader national trends at a slower pace.
