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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 13077 in Homer, New York, is classified as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The community has a population of 6,728 and a median income of $70,959. This rural area, covering 69.08 square miles, has maintained a predominantly white population exceeding 90% over the past decade, with minimal representation from other racial groups.
From 2013 to 2022, Homer has consistently been categorized as "Low Diversity" and "White Majority". The white population has remained above 90% throughout this period, with only slight fluctuations. The Asian population has increased from negligible levels in 2013 to 3% by 2022. The Hispanic population has remained relatively stable at around 1-2%. The "Two or More Races" category emerged in recent years, reaching 2% by 2022. These minor changes suggest a slow trend towards slightly increased diversity, though not sufficient to alter the area's "Low Diversity" classification.
The median income in Homer has fluctuated over the past decade. It increased from $66,312 in 2013 to a peak of $77,543 in 2021, followed by a slight decrease to $70,959 in 2022. These income trends do not appear to strongly correlate with the minor demographic shifts observed. The overall trend indicates a moderate increase in median income over the decade, suggesting general economic improvement despite minor population fluctuations.
Population trends show a general decline from 7,032 in 2013 to 6,728 in 2022, with some year-to-year variations. This gradual population decrease does not seem to have significantly impacted the racial composition or economic status of the area.
Homer appears to be changing at a much slower rate compared to national trends of increasing diversity. The stability of its racial composition is notable in contrast to many other American communities that have experienced more rapid demographic shifts. The median household income in Homer ($70,959 in 2022) is above the national median (which was around $70,784 in 2021), suggesting a relatively stable economic environment. This economic stability might contribute to the demographic stability, as there may be less economic pressure driving population changes.
The slight increase in diversity, particularly in the Asian population and the emergence of multiracial identifications, aligns with broader national trends towards increased diversity, albeit at a much slower pace in this community. Homer shows signs of very gradual diversification and economic growth, but remains a predominantly white, economically stable community. The slow pace of demographic change suggests that any significant shifts in the community's diversity or economic structure are likely to occur over a much longer timeframe unless influenced by unexpected external factors.