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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 12309: Racial Composition and Trends in Niskayuna, New York
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 12309 in Niskayuna, New York, is classified as a "White Majority" area with moderate diversity as of 2022. The white population comprises 77% of the total, with other racial groups having significant representation. The median income of $111,149 in 2022 indicates an affluent community, exceeding the national average.
Niskayuna has maintained its "White Majority" status over the past decade, showing a gradual trend towards increased diversity. The white population decreased from 83% in 2013 to 77% in 2022. The Asian population increased slightly from 7% to 8%, the Black population from 3% to 4%, the Hispanic population doubled from 2% to 4%, and those identifying as two or more races increased from 1% to 6%.
The median income in Niskayuna has shown an upward trend, rising from $101,451 in 2013 to $111,149 in 2022, with a peak of $123,990 in 2021. This increase correlates with the gradual diversification of the community. The population has grown steadily, from 29,966 in 2013 to 32,885 in 2022, an increase of about 9.7%.
The trends observed in Niskayuna align with broader national patterns of increasing diversity in suburban areas, particularly those with high median incomes. Many affluent suburbs across the United States have experienced similar gradual diversification over the past decade. The rate of diversification in Niskayuna appears to be slower than in some rapidly changing suburban areas across the country.
The consistent increase in median income, even as the area diversifies, suggests that Niskayuna has been successful in attracting high-earning individuals from diverse backgrounds, maintaining its economic status while slowly becoming more inclusive.
In conclusion, Niskayuna remains a "White Majority" area but shows signs of gradual transition towards greater diversity. This change, coupled with steady economic growth, indicates a community slowly evolving while maintaining its affluent status. The coming years will be crucial in determining whether these trends accelerate, potentially shifting the area into new demographic categories such as "Moderate Diversity" or "Transitional Community."
