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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 08085: Racial Composition and Economic Trends
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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 08085 in Beckett, New Jersey, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The area has a high median income of $124,163, which is above the national average, indicating an affluent suburban neighborhood. In 2022, the population was 22,309, showing steady growth over the past decade.
Over the past decade, Beckett has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority." The percentage of white residents has slightly decreased from 78% in 2013 to 76% in 2022. The black population has gradually increased from 10% in 2013 to 13% in 2022. The Hispanic population has fluctuated between 5-8% throughout the decade. The Asian population has remained relatively stable between 3-5% throughout the period.
The median income in Beckett has shown significant growth over the past decade. In 2013, the median income was $111,230. By 2019, it peaked at $134,735, a 21% increase from 2013. As of 2022, the median income stands at $124,163, showing a slight decrease from the 2019 peak but still 11.6% higher than 2013.
The economic growth correlates with the steady population increase, from 19,582 in 2013 to 22,309 in 2022, a 13.9% growth. The rising incomes and population suggest that Beckett has remained an attractive location for affluent residents, particularly white families.
The median household income in Beckett ($124,163 in 2022) is significantly higher than the national median ($70,784 in 2021), indicating a very affluent community. The slow increase in diversity, particularly the growth in the black population, aligns with national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas. However, Beckett's changes are more gradual compared to rapid diversification seen in many other suburban communities across the U.S. The community's continued low diversity and high income suggest it may be less affected by broader national trends of increasing racial and economic integration in suburbs.
Beckett shows signs of very gradual diversification, but remains a predominantly white, highly affluent community. The correlation between its steady economic growth and minor demographic shifts suggests a carefully managed community evolution, potentially influenced by local housing policies, school district quality, or other factors that maintain its status as an exclusive suburban enclave. As national trends push towards greater suburban diversity, it will be interesting to observe whether Beckett's gradual changes accelerate or if it maintains its current demographic and economic profile.
