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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 08812: Transition from White Majority to Moderate Diversity
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Racial Distributions
Zip code 08812 in Dunellen, New Jersey, transitioned from a "White Majority" area to one of "Moderate Diversity" between 2013 and 2022. The white population decreased from 62% to 45%, while the Hispanic population increased from 20% to 34%. The Asian population remained stable between 10-15%, and the Black population generally stayed under 10%. These changes indicate a transitional community with increasing diversity.
The median income in this zip code rose from $109,237 in 2013 to $110,548 in 2022, with fluctuations including a significant spike to $127,264 in 2021. The population remained relatively stable over the decade, suggesting that demographic changes resulted from shifts within the existing population rather than significant influxes of new residents.
The increasing diversity did not lead to a decrease in median income, which generally kept pace with or exceeded inflation. This suggests that the incoming Hispanic population may be relatively affluent or that overall economic conditions in the area have improved for all racial groups.
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The demographic shifts observed in this zip code align with broader national trends of increasing diversity, particularly in suburban areas. The growth of the Hispanic population is consistent with national patterns, where Hispanics have been one of the fastest-growing demographic groups in the United States.
The maintenance of high median incomes alongside increasing diversity is noteworthy and may indicate that this area is attracting skilled, high-earning individuals from diverse backgrounds. This trend contrasts with some national patterns where increasing diversity has sometimes been associated with economic challenges in transitioning communities.
The stability of the Asian population percentage is also notable, as many areas with similar economic profiles have seen more significant increases in Asian residents over the same period.
Zip code 08812 in Dunellen presents a picture of a community in transition, moving from a predominantly white area to one of moderate and increasing diversity. This transition has occurred without significant economic disruption, suggesting a relatively smooth integration of new demographic groups into the local economy and community structure.
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