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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 04009: Predominantly White Population in Bridgton, Maine
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 04009 in Bridgton, Maine, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community as of 2022. The population is 93% white, with a median income of $61,585. This income figure represents an increase from the previous year and a significant rise from a decade ago.
Over the past decade, Bridgton has maintained its "Low Diversity" status, with the white population consistently above 90%. Minor changes in diversity include an increase in residents identifying as two or more races from 0% in 2013 to 3% in 2022, and growth in the Hispanic population from 0% to 3% over the same period. The Black population has remained at 1% since 2020. These small changes may indicate the beginning of a gradual transition towards slightly more diversity.
The median income in Bridgton has fluctuated over the past decade. It increased from $57,976 in 2013 to $76,383 in 2021, with a significant drop to $54,389 in 2018 before recovering. The 2022 figure of $61,585 shows a modest overall increase from 2013 but a decrease from the 2021 peak. These economic changes do not appear directly correlated with the minor demographic shifts observed.
Population growth in Bridgton has been minimal, increasing from 5,266 in 2013 to 5,429 in 2022, a growth of 3.1% over a decade. This slow growth suggests that demographic changes are likely due to natural population shifts rather than significant in-migration.
The demographic composition of Bridgton aligns with Maine's broader trend as one of the least diverse states in the U.S. The slight increases in Hispanic and multiracial populations mirror national trends of growing diversity, albeit at a much slower pace.
The economic volatility seen in Bridgton, particularly between 2018 and 2021, may reflect broader economic trends related to the COVID-19 pandemic and its aftermath. The substantial increase in 2021 could be attributed to pandemic-related factors such as stimulus payments or shifts in the local job market.
In conclusion, Bridgton remains a "Low Diversity" community with a strong white majority, but shows subtle signs of increasing diversity. The economic picture indicates volatility but an overall trend of growth. These changes, while minor, could be early indicators of a slowly "Transitional Community," though significant alterations to the demographic landscape would likely require many more years of consistent change.
