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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 03242: Predominantly White Population with Slight Diversity Increase
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 03242 in Henniker, New Hampshire, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community as of 2022. The white population comprises 93% of the total, exceeding the 75% threshold for this classification. The area's population has grown from 4,843 in 2010 to 6,079 in 2022. The median income in 2022 was $83,526.
Henniker has maintained its "Low Diversity" status from 2013 to 2022. The white population has consistently remained above 90% with minor fluctuations. The Hispanic population increased from 2% in 2013 to 5% in 2022, showing the most significant growth among minority groups. The category of two or more races emerged as a measurable 1% from 2019 onwards. The Black population fluctuated between 0-2%, while the Asian population remained at 0-1%.
The median income in Henniker has shown overall growth with some fluctuations. It was $70,024 in 2013, peaked at $90,877 in 2018, and stood at $83,526 in 2022. This trend correlates with the population growth, suggesting the area has been attracting new residents.
Henniker's demographic composition is less diverse than the national average. The U.S. Census Bureau estimated that the white alone, not Hispanic or Latino population was about 59.3% nationally in 2022, compared to Henniker's 93% white population. The median household income in Henniker ($83,526 in 2022) is higher than the national median ($70,784 in 2021), indicating a relatively affluent community. The population growth in Henniker (25.5% increase from 2010 to 2022) outpaces the national average (about 7.4% from 2010 to 2020).
Henniker remains a "Low Diversity" community, with subtle signs of increasing diversity, particularly in the Hispanic population. This minor demographic shift coincides with steady population growth and overall economic prosperity in the area. The community is slowly evolving while maintaining its predominantly white demographic composition amidst economic growth and stability.
