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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 01027: 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
Zip code 01027 in Easthampton Town, Massachusetts, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The area has a population of 17,781 and a median income of $68,807. This analysis examines the demographic changes in the community over the past decade.
Over the past ten years, Easthampton Town has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority." However, subtle shifts indicate a slow trend towards increased diversity. The percentage of white residents has slightly decreased from 89% in 2013 to 87% in 2022. The Hispanic population has increased from 3% in 2013 to 8% in 2022. The category of two or more races has grown from 1% in 2013 to 3% in 2022. These changes suggest that Easthampton Town might be classified as a "Transitional Community," albeit at a slow pace.
The median income in the area has shown some fluctuation but an overall upward trend. In 2013, the median income was $68,356. It peaked in 2019 at $74,503. As of 2022, it stands at $68,807, slightly higher than a decade ago. This relatively stable economic picture may have contributed to the gradual nature of demographic changes. The consistent income levels suggest a stable community that's attracting new residents slowly rather than experiencing rapid gentrification or decline.
The gradual increase in Hispanic population aligns with broader national trends of growing Hispanic communities across the United States. The stability in median income, with only moderate growth over a decade, is somewhat atypical compared to many urban areas that have seen more dramatic economic shifts due to factors like gentrification or economic downturns. The persistence of a strong white majority (87%) is higher than the national average, which was about 60% non-Hispanic white as of the 2020 census.
In conclusion, while Easthampton Town remains a "Low Diversity" community with a strong "White Majority," there are signs of a slow transition towards greater diversity. This change is happening alongside stable economic conditions, suggesting a gradual evolution rather than rapid demographic shifts. The community appears to be in the early stages of a long-term transition, which could potentially lead to more significant diversity in the coming decades if current trends continue.
