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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 05445: Predominantly White Population in West Charlotte, Vermont
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 05445 in West Charlotte, Vermont, is classified as having "Low Diversity" as of 2022. The area is predominantly white (95%), with minimal representation from other racial groups. The current median income is $108,066, indicating an affluent community despite recent fluctuations.
Throughout the period from 2013 to 2022, West Charlotte has maintained a "Low Diversity" classification. The white population has consistently remained above 93% of the total population, indicating minimal demographic change over the past decade.
Minor shifts in demographics include a slight increase in the Hispanic population from 0% in 2015-2017 to 1% in 2022, growth in the "Two or More Races" category from 1% in 2013 to 3% in 2022, and fluctuations in the Black population between 0% and 2%. These changes, while small, may indicate the beginning of a very gradual transition towards slightly increased diversity.
The median income in West Charlotte has fluctuated significantly. It peaked in 2016 at $134,529, increased from $117,316 in 2013. Since 2016, there has been a general downward trend, with the 2022 median income at $108,066. Despite this decline, the area remains affluent compared to national averages.
The population has grown from 3,754 in 2010 to 3,948 in 2022, indicating a slow but consistent increase in residents. This growth, combined with the high median income, suggests the area remains attractive to new residents despite recent income decline.
Vermont is known for being one of the least diverse states in the U.S., with a predominantly white population. West Charlotte's racial composition is not unusual for the region. However, its median income is significantly higher than the Vermont state median, which was around $63,000 in 2021.
The slight increase in diversity aligns with broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban and rural areas. However, the pace of change in West Charlotte is much slower than in many other parts of the country.
West Charlotte remains a predominantly white, affluent community with low diversity. Subtle signs of gradual demographic shifts, combined with recent fluctuations in median income, may indicate early stages of a long-term transition in the community's composition and economic status. Any significant change is likely to occur over a much longer period than the decade analyzed.
