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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 11557: Trends in Racial Composition from 2013 to 2022
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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 11557 in Hewlett Harbor, New York, is classified as a "White Majority" community with "Low Diversity" as of 2022. The area has a population of 9,770 and a median income of $140,956. Despite the white majority (75%), there are indications of increasing diversity over the past decade.
Throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), the area maintained a "White Majority" status. However, there is a trend of decreasing white population percentage, from 89% in 2013 to 75% in 2022. While still classified as "Low Diversity," the community is showing signs of transitioning towards "Moderate Diversity." The percentages of Asian, Black, and Hispanic populations have all increased over the decade.
The area fits the definition of a "Transitional Community," with consistent increases in minority populations. The Black population grew from 0% in 2013 to 7% in 2022, and the Hispanic population increased from 4% to 7% in the same period.
The median income has fluctuated over the years, peaking at $154,538 in 2021 but generally remaining above $137,000 throughout the period. This indicates a consistently affluent area despite some variations. The population has grown from 8,837 in 2013 to 9,770 in 2022, a 10.6% increase. This growth coincides with increasing diversity, suggesting that new residents may be contributing to the demographic shifts.
The demographic shifts in this zip code align with broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas, particularly those near major metropolitan centers like New York City. The high median income ($140,956 in 2022) is significantly above the national median household income. The persistence of high incomes alongside increasing diversity suggests that this area may be attracting high-income minorities, possibly professionals or business owners.
Hewlett Harbor remains a predominantly white, affluent suburb, but it is undergoing a gradual transition towards greater diversity. This change appears to be occurring without significant economic disruption, potentially indicating a form of "high-end" diversification that maintains the area's overall affluent character while slowly altering its racial composition. This pattern of change could offer insights into how wealthy suburbs near major cities are evolving in the 21st century.
