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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 05448: Predominantly White Population with Minimal Diversity
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 05448 in Bakersfield, Vermont, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community as of 2022. The population is 94% white. The median income is $75,859, exceeding the national median income.
Over the past decade, the zip code has maintained its "Low Diversity" status. The white population has consistently remained above 90%. Minor increases in diversity have been observed. The Hispanic population increased from 1% in 2013 to 3% in 2022. The population identifying as two or more races grew from 1% in 2013 to 2% in 2022. Asian and Native American populations have remained minimal, rarely exceeding 1%.
The median income in this zip code has fluctuated over time. It was $70,893 in 2013, peaked at $79,483 in 2017, declined to $76,860 in 2020, increased significantly to $88,474 in 2021, and then decreased to $75,859 in 2022. The population has remained relatively stable, ranging between approximately 1,200 and 1,300 residents throughout the decade.
Vermont is one of the least diverse states in the U.S., with a predominantly white population. Bakersfield's racial composition aligns with broader state demographics. The slight increase in Hispanic and multiracial populations may reflect a broader national trend towards increasing diversity, even in traditionally homogeneous areas.
The median income in this zip code is generally higher than both the Vermont and national averages. The recent volatility in median income could reflect national economic trends, including the impacts of the pandemic and subsequent recovery efforts.
Bakersfield (05448) remains a "Low Diversity" community with a strong economic base. There are subtle indications of slow demographic changes. These minor shifts, coupled with income fluctuations, suggest that the community may be in the very early stages of transition, albeit at a much slower pace than many other parts of the country. Continued monitoring of these trends in the coming years will be crucial to understand if this represents the beginning of a more significant demographic shift or if the area will maintain its current demographic composition.
