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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 06057: Racial Composition and Economic Trends
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 06057 in New Hartford Center, Connecticut, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community as of 2022. The population is 93% white, meeting the criteria for a dominant racial group with over 75% representation. The median income in the area is $109,482.
Over the past decade, New Hartford Center has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community. The white population has consistently remained above 93%. Minor changes in diversity include a slight increase in the Hispanic population from 1% in 2013 to 2% in 2022, growth in the Asian population from 0% to 2%, and an increase in individuals identifying as two or more races from 0% to 2%.
The median income in New Hartford Center has shown growth over the past decade. It increased from $102,772 in 2013 to $128,131 in 2020, representing a 25% rise. Subsequently, there was a decrease to $126,480 in 2021 and a further reduction to $109,482 in 2022.
Despite the recent decline, the overall economic trend in the community shows growth. The increasing affluence has not led to significant demographic changes. The population has slightly decreased from 6,818 in 2013 to 6,575 in 2022, a 3.6% reduction.
New Hartford Center's stability in racial composition, combined with rising affluence, differs from national trends where increased diversity often accompanies economic growth in suburban areas. The recent decrease in median income may reflect broader economic challenges, such as the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent inflation. However, the community's median income remains above the national average.
New Hartford Center is characterized as a stable, affluent, predominantly white community that has experienced economic growth while maintaining racial homogeneity. While there are minor indications of increasing diversity, these changes have not significantly altered the community's demographic composition over the past decade. The area's resistance to diversification, despite economic prosperity, may warrant further study of local housing policies, community attitudes, or other contributing factors.
