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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 03461: White Majority and Emerging Racial Diversity
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 03461 in Jaffrey, New Hampshire, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The area has a population of 6,587 and a median income of $83,244. Gradual demographic shifts have occurred over the past decade.
From 2013 to 2022, Jaffrey maintained a "White Majority" status, with the white population comprising over 85% of the total. The white population percentage decreased from 92% in 2013 to 86% in 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 1% in 2013 to 6% in 2022. The "Two or More Races" category increased from 2% to 6% over the same period.
The median income in Jaffrey increased from $72,430 in 2013 to $83,244 in 2022, representing a 15% growth over the decade. The population grew from 6,062 in 2013 to 6,587 in 2022, an 8.7% increase.
Jaffrey is becoming more diverse at a slower pace compared to national trends. The U.S. has been moving towards "Majority-Minority" status in many areas, especially in urban centers. New Hampshire, like much of New England, has historically been less diverse than the national average.
The economic growth in Jaffrey appears to be outpacing the national average. The area's rural nature and predominantly white demographic may be factors in its slower diversification compared to more urban areas.
Jaffrey remains a "Low Diversity" community with a strong "White Majority," but there are signs of a gradual transition. The increasing Hispanic population and growth in multi-racial residents, coupled with steady economic improvement, suggest that Jaffrey is slowly evolving towards a more diverse community. This trend, if continued, may lead to a reclassification as a "Moderate Diversity" area in the coming years.
