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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 12198 in Wynantskill, New York, is classified as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The white population constitutes 92% of the total, exceeding the 75% threshold for low diversity classification. The area has a population of 7,202 and a median income of $81,228.
Wynantskill has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority" over the past decade. The white population has decreased slightly from 94% in 2013 to 92% in 2022. The Hispanic population has increased from 1% in 2013 to 2-3% in recent years. The "Two or More Races" category has grown from 0% in 2013 to 4% in 2022.
The median income in Wynantskill has fluctuated over the decade. It reached a peak of $98,793 in 2021 but decreased to $81,228 in 2022. Despite fluctuations, the median income has generally remained high, ranging from the low $80,000s to high $90,000s. The population has decreased from 7,863 in 2013 to 7,202 in 2022, a decline of 8.4%.
The high median income suggests that the area remains attractive to affluent residents, primarily white families. The slight population decrease might indicate some outward migration, possibly related to broader urban-suburban shift patterns or changing economic conditions.
Wynantskill appears to be changing at a slower rate compared to national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas. The area's consistently high median income and predominantly white population suggest it may be an established, older suburban community.
The slight increase in diversity, particularly in the "Two or More Races" category, aligns with national trends of growing multiracial populations. However, the pace of change in Wynantskill is slower than many other suburban areas across the United States.
The area's economic resilience, as evidenced by the consistently high median income, is notable. This suggests that Wynantskill may be somewhat insulated from broader economic fluctuations, possibly due to its demographic composition and the types of industries or jobs prevalent in the area.
Wynantskill shows signs of gradual diversification and maintains a strong economic profile. It remains a predominantly white, affluent suburban area with low diversity. The slow pace of demographic change suggests that significant shifts in the community's racial and economic makeup are likely to occur over a longer period compared to more dynamic urban or rapidly changing suburban areas.