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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 04038: Racial Composition and Income Trends
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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 04038 in Gorham, Maine, is categorized as a community with Low Diversity as of 2022. The population is predominantly white, with 87% identifying as such. There are indications of a gradual shift towards increased diversity over the past decade. The median income in 2022 was $89,041, suggesting an upper-middle-class economic status for the area.
Over the past decade, Gorham has maintained its status as a White Majority community. The white population has decreased from 95% in 2017 to 87% in 2022. The percentage of residents identifying as two or more races has increased from 1% in 2017 to 7% in 2022. Small but consistent increases in Asian, Black, and Hispanic populations have occurred, each reaching 2% by 2022. Gorham remains in the Low Diversity category due to the white population exceeding 75%.
The median income in Gorham has shown overall growth over the past decade. It increased from $85,181 in 2013 to $89,041 in 2022, representing a 4.5% increase over nine years. The median income peaked at $93,088 in 2021 before decreasing slightly in 2022. The gradual increase in diversity has occurred alongside a general upward trend in median income.
Population growth has been steady, increasing from 16,561 in 2013 to 18,059 in 2022, a growth of about 9%. This population growth, combined with increasing diversity and rising incomes, indicates a community that is expanding and evolving.
Gorham's demographic trends align with broader patterns observed in many suburban areas across the United States. Many suburbs are experiencing increased racial and ethnic diversity as minority populations move out of urban centers. The steady increase in median income reflects a national trend of economic growth in suburban areas. The gradual nature of Gorham's demographic shifts is typical of many predominantly white suburban communities, where change often occurs incrementally over decades.
In conclusion, Gorham remains a Low Diversity, White Majority community, but shows signs of evolving into a Transitional Community. The area's economic stability and growth may be factors in attracting a more diverse population. If current trends continue, Gorham may see further increases in diversity in the coming years, potentially shifting towards Moderate Diversity and reflecting broader national patterns of suburban demographic change.
