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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 05461: Predominantly White Community with Emerging 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 05461 in Hinesburg, Vermont, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The area has a population of 4,711 and a median household income of $107,366, indicating a relatively affluent suburban or rural setting.
Hinesburg has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" over the past decade. The white population has consistently remained above 90% throughout the observed period, with minimal representation from other racial groups. However, subtle signs of a potential "Transitional Community" have emerged in recent years. The percentage of residents identifying as two or more races increased from 0% in 2019 to 4% in 2022. The Hispanic population appeared in the data for the first time in 2022 at 1%. The "Other" category also emerged in 2021 and 2022 at 1%. These changes suggest the beginning of a gradual diversification process in the community.
The median household income in Hinesburg has shown significant growth over the past decade. From 2013 to 2017, there was a slight decline in median income from $79,197 to $72,731. However, from 2018 onwards, there has been a substantial increase, with median income rising from $80,118 in 2018 to $107,366 in 2022. This represents a 34% increase in median income over five years, indicating strong economic growth in the area. This growth coincides with the subtle increases in diversity, suggesting that the area may be attracting a more diverse, affluent population.
Population growth has been steady but modest, increasing from 4,433 in 2010 to 4,711 in 2022, a growth of about 6.3% over 12 years.
The recent subtle shifts towards greater diversity in Hinesburg align with broader national trends of increasing racial and ethnic diversity in suburban and rural areas. However, the pace of change in Hinesburg appears to be slower than national averages. The significant increase in median income outpaces national trends, suggesting that Hinesburg may be becoming increasingly attractive to high-income households.
The combination of high median income, low diversity, and emerging signs of change could indicate that Hinesburg is in the early stages of a demographic transition. This transition might be driven by factors such as expansion of nearby urban areas leading to suburban growth, attraction of diverse, high-income professionals to the area, and changes in local industry or job markets.
As this transition progresses, it will be important to monitor how these changes affect community dynamics, local services, and housing affordability. The community may need to prepare for potential challenges and opportunities associated with increasing diversity and affluence.
