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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 01984: Predominant White Population with Subtle Diversity Shifts
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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 01984 in Beverly, Massachusetts, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "Racial Majority" as of 2022. The area is predominantly white (89%), with a median income of $154,604, indicating an affluent suburban neighborhood. Over the past decade, this zip code has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" area with a strong "White Majority". However, there are indications of a gradual transition towards slightly increased diversity.
The white population decreased from 94% in 2013 to 89% in 2022, showing a slow but steady decline. The Hispanic population increased from 1% in 2013 to 4% in 2022, representing the most significant growth among minority groups. The Asian population rose from 2% to 3% over the same period. The Black population remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 1-3%. These changes, while modest, suggest the area may be slowly moving towards a "Transitional Community" status, albeit at a very gradual pace.
The economic landscape of this zip code has experienced substantial growth over the decade. The median income increased from $144,941 in 2013 to $154,604 in 2022, peaking at $174,259 in 2021. The population grew slightly from 5,088 in 2013 to 5,031 in 2022, with fluctuations in between. The rising median income correlates with the maintenance of the area's white majority status, suggesting that the community remains attractive to high-income households, potentially limiting rapid diversification.
This zip code's demographic and economic trends align with patterns seen in many affluent suburban areas across the United States. Many historically white, affluent suburbs are experiencing gradual increases in diversity, though often at a slower pace than urban areas. The substantial increase in median income reflects broader trends of income inequality, with wealthy areas often seeing faster income growth than less affluent regions. The relatively stable population suggests a mature, established community with limited new housing development, which can contribute to maintaining existing demographic patterns.
Zip code 01984 in Beverly remains a "Low Diversity" area with a strong "White Majority", but there are early indications of a slow transition towards greater diversity. The community's high and increasing median income may be a factor in both attracting a more diverse population and potentially slowing the pace of demographic change. As this gradual shift continues, it will be important to monitor how these changes affect local community dynamics, housing markets, and public services in the coming years.
