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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 11096: 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
Zip code 11096 in Inwood, New York, is classified as a "Moderate Diversity" area with a Hispanic plurality as of 2022. The population is 9,603 with a median income of $68,940. The racial composition consists of Hispanics (43%), Whites (31%), Blacks (16%), and Asians (8%).
Over the past decade, Inwood has maintained its "Moderate Diversity" status, with notable shifts in racial composition. The Hispanic population has remained the largest group, fluctuating between 42-48%. The Asian population has grown from 1% in 2013 to 8% in 2022. The Black population has decreased from 22% in 2013 to 16% in 2022. The White population has remained stable at around 30%.
The median income in Inwood has increased from $53,539 in 2013 to $68,940 in 2022, representing a 28.8% increase. The population has grown from 7,891 in 2013 to 9,603 in 2022, a 21.7% increase. These trends suggest economic growth and increased attractiveness of the area to new residents.
The rising Asian population correlates with the increase in median income. The decrease in the Black population percentage, coupled with overall population increase, suggests other groups have grown more rapidly. The stable Hispanic plurality, combined with income growth, could indicate economic advancement within this community segment.
The income growth in Inwood (28.8% over a decade) outpaces the typical U.S. inflation rate, suggesting real economic growth. The increasing diversity, particularly the growth in the Asian population, aligns with broader trends in many urban and suburban areas across the United States. The maintenance of a strong Hispanic plurality is characteristic of many New York City area communities.
Inwood presents a moderately diverse, economically growing community. The area is experiencing gradual demographic shifts, particularly in its Asian and Black populations, while maintaining a strong Hispanic presence. These changes, coupled with significant income and population growth, suggest a dynamic community undergoing economic and social evolution, potentially reflecting broader trends of increasing diversity and economic development in suburban areas near major urban centers.
