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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 12701: Racial Composition and Diversity 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 12701 in Monticello, New York, is categorized as a community with "Moderate Diversity" as of 2022. The racial composition shows no single group with a clear majority, with white residents forming a plurality at 49% of the population. The area has experienced demographic shifts and economic fluctuations over the past decade.
From 2013 to 2022, the community transitioned from a "White Majority" classification to "Moderate Diversity." The white population decreased from 51% to 49%. Concurrently, the Hispanic population increased from 23% to 26%, while the Black population decreased from 22% to 15%. The Asian population grew from nearly 0% to 5%, and the multiracial category increased from 2% to 4%.
These demographic changes suggest a "Transitional Community" status, with increasing diversity driven by growth in Hispanic, Asian, and multiracial populations, balanced by decreases in Black and White populations.
The median income in the area has shown significant growth, rising from $39,043 in 2013 to $52,501 in 2022, an increase of about 34%. However, income volatility was observed, with a peak of $61,351 in 2021 before dropping in 2022. The population has remained relatively stable, with a slight increase from 12,141 in 2013 to 13,240 in 2022, with a notable jump from 11,891 in 2020 to 13,172 in 2021.
The economic trends correlate with demographic shifts. The increase in median income aligns with the growing diversity, particularly the rise in the Asian population. The significant population and income increase in 2021 might indicate an influx of new residents, possibly driven by pandemic-related migration patterns.
The demographic shifts in Monticello mirror broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban and rural areas. The growth in the Hispanic population and slight decrease in the white population percentage are consistent with national patterns. The economic growth, despite fluctuations, reflects national trends of recovery and growth following the 2008 recession.
Monticello exemplifies a community in transition, moving from a predominantly white area to one of moderate diversity. This demographic shift, coupled with overall economic growth, suggests a changing local landscape that may bring both opportunities and challenges for community cohesion and development in the coming years.
