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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 12409: Predominantly White Area 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
Zip code 12409, representing Woodstock, New York, is classified as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The community has a population of 1,375 and a median income of $77,110, indicating a relatively affluent suburban or rural setting.
Over the past decade, Woodstock has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" area with a strong "White Majority". The percentage of white residents has decreased slightly from 93% in 2015 to 87% in 2022. There has been a small increase in other racial groups. The Asian population grew from 1% in 2015 to 4% in 2022. The Hispanic population also increased from 2% to 4% in the same period.
The 2022 data shows the first appearance of a measurable Black population (2%) and a slight increase in those identifying as two or more races (3%). These changes suggest the community may be in the early stages of becoming a "Transitional Community", albeit at a slow pace. The area is showing signs of increasing diversity, though it remains far from reaching the "Moderate Diversity" threshold.
The median income in Woodstock has fluctuated over the years but generally remained high. From $74,510 in 2013 to $77,110 in 2022, it represents a modest increase of about 3.5% over nine years. The median income peaked at $92,962 in 2018 but has since declined. The population has remained relatively stable, with a slight increase from 1,322 in 2013 to 1,375 in 2022.
Woodstock's demographic composition differs significantly from national averages. The U.S. as a whole is much more diverse, with non-Hispanic whites making up about 60% of the population, compared to 87% in Woodstock. The median household income in Woodstock ($77,110 in 2022) is higher than the national median (which was around $70,784 in 2021), indicating a relatively affluent community.
The slow pace of diversification in Woodstock contrasts with faster demographic changes occurring in many urban and suburban areas across the U.S., where increased diversity is more pronounced. While Woodstock remains a predominantly white, affluent area, it shows early signs of a gradual shift towards greater diversity. This trend, if it continues, may lead to more significant demographic and potentially economic changes in the coming years. However, the current pace of change suggests that any major shifts in the community's character are likely to be gradual and occur over an extended period.
