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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 12086: Predominantly White Population with Emerging Diversity
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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 12086, encompassing Hagaman in New York, is classified as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The population is 1,002 with a median income of $71,540. This rural area of 8.14 square miles has maintained a predominantly white population over the past decade, but shows signs of gradual demographic transition.
From 2013 to 2022, Hagaman has consistently been categorized as "Low Diversity," with the white population comprising over 75% of residents. The white population decreased from 97% in 2013 to 90% in 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 2% in 2013 to 7% in 2022, indicating a potential shift towards a "Transitional Community" status. The emergence of data for "race_two_or_more" (2% in 2022) further supports this trend.
The median income in Hagaman has fluctuated over the past decade. It increased from $69,970 in 2013 to $87,111 in 2021, a rise of about 24.5%. However, it decreased to $71,540 in 2022, nearly returning to 2013 levels. These economic changes loosely correlate with demographic shifts. The period of income growth (2013-2021) coincides with the gradual increase in Hispanic population and emergence of multiracial residents.
The sharp income decrease in 2022 occurred alongside a slight uptick in diversity, which could suggest economic challenges associated with demographic shifts or broader economic factors affecting the community. Population trends have been relatively stable, fluctuating between 834 and 1,019 residents over the decade, with no clear correlation to income or racial composition changes.
The gradual diversification trend in Hagaman aligns with broader national trends of increasing diversity in rural and suburban areas. The median income, even after the 2022 drop, remains above the national median ($69,021 in 2022), indicating a relatively affluent community despite recent economic challenges. The slow pace of diversification is not uncommon in small, rural communities, which often change more gradually than urban areas.
In conclusion, Hagaman remains a "Low Diversity" area with a strong "White Majority," but subtle demographic shifts and economic fluctuations indicate a community in the early stages of transition. The interplay between these demographic and economic changes will likely continue to shape the community's character in the coming years, potentially leading to a more diverse and economically dynamic area if current trends persist.
