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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 11940 in East Moriches, New York, is classified as a "White Majority" community with "Low Diversity" as of 2022. The area has a population of 5,460 and a median income of $120,637, indicative of an affluent suburban or semi-rural locality.
East Moriches has maintained its status as a "White Majority" area over the past decade. The white population percentage decreased from 95% in 2017 to 88% in 2022, indicating a gradual shift towards slightly more diversity. The Asian population grew from 0% in 2017 to 3% in 2022, and the Hispanic population increased from 3% to 5% in the same period. The Black population increased from 1% to 2%.
The median income in East Moriches has shown an upward trend over the past decade. From $99,761 in 2013, it has risen to $120,637 in 2022, with a peak of $133,226 in 2021. This represents an increase of about 20.9% over nine years, suggesting growing affluence in the area. The population has grown from 4,819 in 2013 to 5,460 in 2022, an increase of about 13.3%.
East Moriches's slow diversification trend aligns with broader national patterns of increasing diversity in suburban areas. However, the pace of change is slower than in many other suburban communities across the United States.
The area's median income is higher than the national median household income, which was about $70,784 in 2021. This indicates that East Moriches is an affluent community, even within the context of New York State, which generally has higher incomes than the national average.
The gradual increase in diversity, coupled with rising incomes, suggests that the area may be attracting affluent minorities, potentially professionals or families seeking suburban lifestyles. The relatively slow pace of diversification could indicate barriers to entry for minority groups, such as high housing costs or limited affordable housing options.
East Moriches remains a "White Majority" area with "Low Diversity," but there are signs of gradual change. The community is experiencing steady economic growth and subtle demographic shifts, potentially setting the stage for more significant changes in the coming decades if current trends continue.