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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 05059: A Study of Racial Composition and Diversity
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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 05059, corresponding to Quechee, Vermont, is characterized by low diversity with a white majority as of 2022. The area has a population of 797 and a median income of $54,206, which has decreased significantly from previous years.
Over the past decade, Quechee has maintained its status as a white majority community with low diversity. From 2013 to 2018, the white population consistently exceeded 95%. Starting in 2019, a slight increase in diversity was observed. The Hispanic population grew from 0% to 10% between 2018 and 2022. Small but consistent presences of Asian and Native American populations also emerged. These changes suggest the beginning of a transitional community trend, although not sufficient to alter the low diversity categorization.
The economic situation in Quechee has experienced significant fluctuations. From 2013 to 2019, the median income showed a general upward trend, peaking at $91,775 in 2017. However, from 2020 onwards, there has been a substantial decrease in median income. It dropped from $81,318 in 2019 to $55,080 in 2020, a 32% decrease. By 2022, it further decreased to $54,206.
This economic downturn coincides with the beginning of increased racial diversity, suggesting possible correlations. The economic challenges may have led to demographic changes, perhaps due to more affordable housing attracting a more diverse population. Alternatively, the influx of a more diverse population might have included lower-income households, affecting the overall median income.
Population trends show a general decline from 1,114 in 2010 to 797 in 2022, with some fluctuations. This population decrease, combined with the income drop, indicates significant socio-economic changes in the community.
The dramatic income drop in 2020 likely reflects the broader economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, which affected many communities nationwide. The gradual increase in diversity, particularly in the Hispanic population, aligns with national trends of increasing diversity in many previously homogeneous communities. The persistent white majority in Quechee is consistent with Vermont's overall demographic profile, which is one of the least diverse states in the U.S.
Quechee remains a predominantly white, low-diversity area, but shows early signs of transitioning towards greater diversity. This demographic shift, coupled with significant economic challenges in recent years, suggests a community in flux. The coming years will be crucial in determining whether these trends continue, potentially leading to more substantial demographic and economic changes in this Vermont community.
