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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 12531: White Majority and Racial Composition Trends
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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 12531 in Shorehaven, New York, is classified as having a "White Majority" as of 2022, with 83% of the population identifying as white. The area has a median income of $103,599, indicating an affluent community. The demographic composition has been gradually changing over the past decade, showing indications of increasing diversity.
Throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), the area has maintained a "White Majority" status, with the white population consistently above 80%. There has been a gradual decline from 89% in 2013 to 83% in 2022. The Hispanic population has demonstrated steady growth, increasing from 5% in 2013 to 9% in 2022. This trend suggests a slow transition towards a more diverse community, though not yet reaching the threshold for "Moderate Diversity."
The percentage of individuals identifying as two or more races has increased from 1% in 2013 to 4% in 2022, indicating a trend towards greater racial complexity in the community. Asian and Black populations have remained relatively constant, with slight fluctuations, each representing about 1-3% of the population throughout the decade.
The median income has fluctuated over the years, with a general upward trend. It rose from $101,416 in 2013 to $116,197 in 2021, before slightly decreasing to $103,599 in 2022. Despite income growth, the population has decreased from 4,922 in 2013 to 3,863 in 2022. This could suggest a trend of fewer, but wealthier residents moving into the area. The area has maintained a high median income, indicating economic stability and affluence.
The area's persistent "White Majority" status and high median income suggest it may be less diverse and more affluent than many other parts of New York state or the nation as a whole. The gradual increase in Hispanic population and multiracial individuals aligns with broader national trends of increasing diversity, though at a slower pace than many urban areas. The high and generally increasing median income, coupled with population decline, might indicate a trend of gentrification or increasing housing costs, potentially pricing out some residents.
The community appears to be in the early stages of a "Transitional Community," with slow but steady increases in Hispanic and multiracial populations. However, this transition is occurring at a much slower rate than many other areas experiencing rapid demographic shifts. Shorehaven (12531) remains a predominantly white, affluent area, but shows early signs of increasing diversity. The economic stability of the area, coupled with these demographic shifts, suggests a gradually evolving community landscape. Continued monitoring of these trends will be crucial to understand the long-term demographic and economic trajectory of this zip code.
