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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 01535: Predominantly White Community with Stable Population and Income Growth
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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 01535 in North Brookfield, Massachusetts, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The area has a population of 4,754 and a median income of $81,137. This suburban community has maintained a relatively stable population and has experienced moderate income growth over the past decade.
From 2013 to 2022, North Brookfield has consistently remained a "Low Diversity" area with a strong "White Majority." The white population has consistently comprised over 95% of the total population, with minimal fluctuations. This stability in racial composition indicates a community that has experienced little demographic change over the past decade.
Minor increases in minority populations, particularly in the Black and Hispanic communities, have occurred but have not significantly altered the overall demographic makeup. The Black population increased from 1% in 2013 to 2% in 2022, while the Hispanic population remained relatively stable at around 1-2%. The community has not shown signs of transitioning to a more diverse demographic composition, maintaining its status as a predominantly white area throughout the decade.
The median income in North Brookfield has shown a general upward trend over the analyzed period, increasing from $65,277 in 2013 to $81,137 in 2022. This represents a growth of about 24% over nine years, outpacing inflation and suggesting an overall improvement in the economic status of the community. The income peak was reached in 2019 at $85,688, followed by a slight decline in subsequent years. The population has remained stable, growing only slightly from 4,707 in 2013 to 4,754 in 2022.
The demographic composition of North Brookfield contrasts with broader national trends towards increasing diversity. While many urban and suburban areas across the United States have seen growing minority populations and increased racial diversity over the past decade, North Brookfield has maintained its homogeneous racial makeup. The income growth observed in this community aligns with general economic trends seen in many suburban areas, where median incomes have often outpaced urban counterparts.
North Brookfield presents a picture of a stable, economically improving community that has largely resisted the demographic shifts seen in many other parts of the country. This stability may offer certain advantages in terms of community cohesion and continuity, but it also raises questions about the area's ability to attract and integrate a more diverse population in the future.
