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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 03809: Low Diversity and Predominantly White Population
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 03809 in Alton, New Hampshire, is characterized by low diversity with a predominantly White population of 98% as of 2022. The area experienced population growth from 2,749 in 2010 to 3,228 in 2022. The median income in 2022 was $84,007, indicating a relatively affluent area.
From 2013 to 2022, Alton maintained a White Majority status with the White population consistently above 90%. The community remained in the Low Diversity category throughout this period. There was a slight increase in diversity, with the percentage of residents identifying as two or more races growing from 0% in 2013 to 2% in 2022. The Hispanic population fluctuated slightly, peaking at 1% between 2016 and 2020, but dropping to 0% in 2021 and 2022.
The median income in Alton showed volatility over the past decade. From 2013 to 2022, there was an overall increase from $78,326 to $84,007, representing a 7.3% growth. The community experienced a significant spike in median income in 2021, reaching $103,797, before dropping back to $84,007 in 2022. The period of highest income coincided with the highest percentage of White population (99%) and the lowest Hispanic representation (0%).
The population grew steadily over the decade, from 2,489 in 2013 to 3,228 in 2022, an increase of about 29.7%. This population growth, coupled with the overall increase in median income, suggests that Alton has become an increasingly attractive place to live.
Alton's demographic makeup differs significantly from national averages. As of 2022, the U.S. Census Bureau estimated that the White alone population in the United States was about 75.8%, much lower than Alton's 98%. The median household income in the United States in 2021 was $70,784, lower than Alton's $84,007 in 2022.
Alton represents a stable, predominantly White community with Low Diversity that has seen steady population growth and overall economic improvement over the past decade. While there have been minor shifts towards increased diversity, these changes have been minimal, and the community remains significantly less diverse than national averages. The area's economic prosperity, as evidenced by its above-average median income, may be a factor in its ability to attract new residents and maintain its demographic composition.
