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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 05032: Predominantly White Community with Subtle Diversity Changes
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 05032 in Bethel, Vermont, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community as of 2022. The white population comprises 96% of the total, exceeding the 75% threshold for this classification. The area has a population of 2,581 and a median income of $65,919.
Over the past decade, Bethel has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community. The white population has remained above 90% throughout this period, with minor fluctuations. There are subtle signs of increasing diversity, with the white population decreasing slightly from 99% in 2013 to 96% in 2022, the Hispanic population increasing from 0% in 2013 to 2% in 2022, and the two or more races category growing from 1% in 2013 to 3% in 2020-2021, before returning to 1% in 2022.
The median income in Bethel has shown a general upward trend over the past decade, increasing from $59,904 in 2013 to $65,919 in 2022, an overall growth of about 10%. There was a significant increase in median income from $65,253 in 2020 to $71,142 in 2021, followed by a decrease to $65,919 in 2022. The population has fluctuated over the years, with no clear long-term trend.
Vermont is known for being one of the least diverse states in the U.S., with a predominantly white population. In this context, Bethel's demographic composition is not unusual for the region. The slight increase in diversity, particularly in the Hispanic and multiracial categories, aligns with national trends of increasing diversity in rural and suburban areas.
The economic improvements in Bethel, particularly the rise in median income, reflect broader national trends of economic recovery and growth following the 2008 recession. However, the community's median income remains below the national median, which was $70,784 in 2021.
In conclusion, Bethel remains a "Low Diversity" community with a strong white majority. There are subtle signs of increasing diversity and economic improvement. These changes may indicate the beginning of a long-term trend towards a more diverse and economically robust community, albeit at a much slower pace than many other parts of the country.
