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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 12037: Predominantly White Population with Minor Racial Shifts
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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 12037 in Chatham, New York, is classified as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The community has a population of 3,505 and a median income of $78,153. This rural area has a population density of approximately 99 people per square mile and has experienced minor demographic changes over the past decade.
Throughout the period from 2013 to 2022, Chatham has maintained its status as a "White Majority" area. The White population decreased from 92% in 2013 to 90% in 2022. The Black population fluctuated, reaching 6% in 2019 but decreasing to 1% by 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 0% in 2013 to 3% in 2022. The population identifying as two or more races increased from 1% in 2013 to 5% in 2022.
The median income in Chatham has shown fluctuations and overall growth. In 2013, it was $59,491, peaking at $87,573 in 2020, and settling at $78,153 in 2022. This represents a 31.4% increase from 2013 to 2022, despite a recent decline from the 2020 peak. The population has remained relatively stable, with a slight increase from 3,447 in 2013 to 3,505 in 2022, representing a 1.7% growth.
The trend towards increased diversity in Chatham, although slow, aligns with broader national trends of increasing diversity in many communities across the United States. The significant increase in median income (31.4% over 9 years) outpaces the national average wage growth, which typically ranges from 2-3% annually. This suggests that Chatham is experiencing more rapid economic growth than many other areas.
The stability in population, combined with rising incomes and subtle increases in diversity, might indicate that Chatham is becoming an attractive location for more affluent, diverse families seeking a rural or small-town lifestyle. While these changes are not dramatic enough to shift the area from its "Low Diversity" classification, they suggest a slow trend towards a more diverse community, potentially indicating the early stages of a "Transitional Community".
In conclusion, Chatham remains a predominantly white, low-diversity area, but there are signs of gradual change. The community is experiencing economic growth and subtle demographic shifts that could, over time, lead to increased diversity and potentially different community dynamics. These changes, while slow, reflect broader national trends towards increased diversity and economic stratification in many American communities.
