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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 07046: Persistent White Majority and High Affluence
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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 07046 in Mountain Lakes, New Jersey, is classified as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The community has a median income of $185,509 and a population of 4,728. This suburb is characterized by its high affluence and predominantly white demographic within New Jersey.
Mountain Lakes has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority" over the past decade. The white population has remained above 75% throughout this period, ranging from 85% in 2013 to 80% in 2022. Minor demographic shifts have occurred, including a slight decrease in the white population, growth in the Asian population from 11% to 13%, and the emergence of a Hispanic population from 0% to 5%. These changes have not been significant enough to alter the community's "Low Diversity" classification.
The economic profile of Mountain Lakes has remained stable and affluent. The median income has consistently been high, ranging from $175,481 in 2017 to $189,327 in 2019, with the 2022 figure at $185,509. The population has shown modest growth from 4,341 in 2013 to 4,728 in 2022. The stability in both racial composition and high income levels suggests a correlation between the area's demographic homogeneity and its economic exclusivity.
Mountain Lakes's demographic and economic profile is distinct even within New Jersey, a state known for its diversity and affluent suburbs. The area's 80% white population in 2022 contrasts with New Jersey's overall demographics, where non-Hispanic whites comprise approximately 54% of the population. The median income of $185,509 is more than double the New Jersey state median of about $89,000 and nearly triple the national median of approximately $70,000. While New Jersey as a whole has experienced significant increases in diversity over the past decade, Mountain Lakes's changes have been more gradual.
This analysis reveals Mountain Lakes as an enclave of exceptional affluence and racial homogeneity, even within the context of a diverse and wealthy state. The community's resistance to rapid demographic change, combined with its sustained economic prosperity, indicates a highly stable and exclusive suburban environment. These characteristics likely influence various aspects of local life, including housing policies, educational resources, and community dynamics.
