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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 07739: Increased White Majority and Rising Incomes
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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 07739 in Little Silver, New Jersey, is classified as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The median income is $178,426, which is significantly above national averages. The area has experienced minor demographic changes over the past decade.
From 2013 to 2022, Little Silver maintained its "Low Diversity" and "White Majority" status. The white population increased from 94% in 2013 to 98% in 2022. The Hispanic population fluctuated, peaking at 5% in 2014 and 2017-2018, but decreased to 1% by 2022. Asian representation remained low, around 1%, decreasing to 0% by 2022. Data for Black residents and other racial categories were not available.
The median income in Little Silver increased from $152,985 in 2013 to $178,426 in 2022, a 16.6% increase. The highest median income was recorded in 2021 at $189,631. The population grew slightly from 5,957 in 2013 to 6,127 in 2022.
Little Silver's demographic trends contrast with national trends towards increasing diversity. The area has become more homogeneous while many urban and suburban areas in the U.S. have grown more diverse.
The income growth in Little Silver exceeds national averages. The U.S. median household income grew by about 10% from 2013 to 2022, while Little Silver's growth was 16.6%. This suggests the area is becoming more exclusive, potentially limiting opportunities for economic and racial diversity.
The combination of increasing wealth concentration and decreasing diversity raises questions about housing affordability, community inclusivity, and potential socio-economic segregation. These trends may reflect wider patterns of wealth concentration and demographic sorting seen in many high-income suburbs across the United States.
Little Silver demonstrates a trend of increasing economic prosperity coupled with decreasing racial diversity, contrary to broader national demographic shifts. This pattern suggests a need for consideration of policies related to affordable housing and community inclusion to ensure long-term sustainability and equity in the area.
