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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 07755: Transition from Low to Moderate Diversity
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 07755 in Oakhurst, New Jersey, is classified as a "White Majority" community with moderate diversity as of 2022. The area has a population of 6,400 and a median household income of $103,997. Over the past decade, Oakhurst has transitioned from a "Low Diversity" community to one with "Moderate Diversity." In 2013, the area was 90% white, with minimal representation from other racial groups. By 2022, the white population decreased to 78%, while other racial groups, particularly Hispanic, Black, and those identifying as two or more races, increased.
The community has shown signs of becoming a "Transitional Community" since 2017. The percentage of residents identifying as two or more races increased from 5% in 2017 to 10% in 2022. The Hispanic population grew from 4% in 2013 to 10% in 2020, though it decreased to 5% by 2022. The median household income in Oakhurst has fluctuated but generally remained high. There was an increase from $97,051 in 2017 to $118,496 in 2021, followed by a decrease to $103,997 in 2022. This upward trend in income correlates with the increasing diversity of the community.
The population has fluctuated, decreasing from 6,723 in 2010 to 5,902 in 2018, before increasing to 6,400 in 2022. This recent population growth coincides with the increase in diversity. The demographic shifts observed in Oakhurst align with broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas. Many affluent suburbs across the United States have experienced similar transitions, with growing populations of Hispanic, Asian, and multiracial residents.
The high median income and its growth over the past decade suggest that Oakhurst has remained a desirable location for upper-middle-class families, even as it has become more diverse. This trend is consistent with national patterns where diverse, high-income suburbs have become increasingly common, especially in metropolitan areas near major cities.
The community's evolution from low diversity to moderate diversity, while maintaining a high median income, indicates a successful integration of various racial groups into a previously homogeneous, affluent area. This suggests that Oakhurst may be part of a broader trend of suburban diversification without significant socioeconomic upheaval.
Oakhurst presents a case study of a transitioning suburban community. While it remains a White Majority area, it has shown consistent movement towards greater diversity over the past decade. This demographic shift, coupled with maintained high incomes, suggests a gradual and economically stable transition towards a more diverse community structure.
