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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 02763: Persistent Low Diversity and White Majority
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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 02763 in North Attleborough Town, Massachusetts, exhibits Low Diversity characteristics based on 2022 data, with a White Majority comprising 97% of the population. The area has maintained a stable racial composition over the past decade, with minimal representation from other racial groups. Economically, the zip code has experienced fluctuations in median income, with a notable decrease in recent years.
Throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), the zip code has consistently fallen under the Low Diversity category, with the White population dominating at over 75% each year. There has been no significant transition between diversity categories over the decade. The White population percentage has fluctuated slightly, reaching its lowest point of 88% in 2017-2018 before increasing back to 97% in 2022. There has been a minor increase in the Hispanic population, from 1% in 2013 to 3% in 2020-2021, before dropping to 0% in 2022. The Asian population has remained consistently low, hovering around 1% throughout the period. The Two or More Races category saw a slight increase from 1% in 2017 to 3% in 2020-2021, before settling at 2% in 2022.
The median income in this zip code has shown significant volatility over the past decade. From 2013 to 2016, the median income was exceptionally high, peaking at $125,435 in 2014. There was a gradual decline from 2014 to 2017, with the median income dropping to $115,970. A sharp decrease occurred in 2020, with the median income falling to $96,133. There was a recovery in 2021 to $110,161, followed by another decline to $97,026 in 2022.
These economic fluctuations do not appear to have a strong correlation with the minor demographic shifts observed. The area has maintained its high-income status despite recent declines, which may explain the persistent low diversity, as high housing costs could limit accessibility for more diverse populations.
The demographic stability of this zip code contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity. While many urban and suburban areas across the United States have seen growing minority populations and shifts towards Moderate or High Diversity categories, this zip code has maintained its Low Diversity status.
The economic volatility, particularly the sharp decline in 2020 and subsequent partial recovery, aligns with broader national economic trends related to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the median income in this zip code remains significantly above the national average, even after recent declines.
The persistent lack of diversity in this high-income area raises questions about local housing policies, socioeconomic barriers to entry, and potential impacts on community dynamics and cultural exposure for residents. It also highlights the potential for future challenges in adapting to an increasingly diverse national demographic landscape.
