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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 03856: Predominant White Population and Racial Composition
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 03856 in Newfields, New Hampshire, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The area has a median income of $152,937 and a population of 2,299. Over the past decade, this affluent, predominantly white community has experienced minor shifts in its demographic composition.
From 2013 to 2022, Newfields has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority." The white population has consistently remained above 90% during this period, with slight fluctuations. The white population percentage decreased from 97% in 2013 to 93% in 2022. The "Two or More Races" category increased from 1% in 2013 to 4% in 2022. The Hispanic population has fluctuated between 0-2% over the decade. Asian and Black populations have remained consistently low, not exceeding 1% each.
The economic trajectory of Newfields has been positive over the past decade. Median income increased from $107,239 in 2013 to $152,937 in 2022, representing a 42.6% increase over nine years. The population grew from 1,950 in 2013 to 2,299 in 2022, an increase of about 18%. As the community has become slightly more diverse, it has also become more affluent. However, the primary characteristic remains a high-income, predominantly white population.
Newfields's median income is significantly higher than the national median, indicating an exceptionally affluent area. The racial homogeneity of Newfields contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in many urban and suburban areas. The slow pace of diversification in Newfields suggests that factors such as high housing costs or limited housing availability may be limiting demographic changes that are more pronounced in other parts of the country.
Newfields shows early signs of potentially transitioning towards greater diversity, but remains a predominantly white, high-income area with minimal demographic shifts over the past decade. The community's economic prosperity has grown significantly, which may continue to influence its demographic composition in the future, either by attracting a more diverse population seeking economic opportunities or by maintaining high barriers to entry that preserve its current demographic profile.
