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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 13152: Predominance of White Population and Minimal 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
Zip code 13152 in Skaneateles, New York, is classified as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The median income of $92,746 indicates an affluent area compared to the national average. The population in 2022 was 7,841, showing stability over the past decade.
From 2013 to 2022, Skaneateles has consistently remained in the "Low Diversity" and "White Majority" categories. The white population has consistently comprised over 95% of the total. Minor signs of diversification are evident: the white population decreased from 98% in 2013 to 95% in 2022, the Hispanic population increased from 1% to 3%, and both the Asian population and those identifying as two or more races reached 1% each by 2022.
The median income in Skaneateles has fluctuated but remained high. It peaked at $95,970 in 2014, dropped to $86,672 in 2017, and then stabilized at $92,746 in 2022. These income levels indicate the area has maintained its affluent status throughout the decade. The slight increase in diversity has not corresponded with significant changes in median income.
Population trends show a slight overall increase from 7,775 in 2013 to 7,841 in 2022, with some fluctuations in between. This relative stability suggests that demographic changes are occurring gradually.
Skaneateles appears to be changing at a much slower rate compared to national trends of increasing diversity, particularly in urban and suburban settings. Its continued high median income and very gradual diversification suggest it may be an enclave of stability in a broader landscape of more rapid demographic shifts.
The minimal increase in diversity, particularly in Hispanic and multiracial populations, aligns with broader national trends, but at a significantly reduced scale. This could indicate that while the community is not immune to larger demographic shifts, local factors such as housing costs, community culture, or limited economic opportunities for newcomers may be slowing the pace of change.
In conclusion, while Skaneateles shows early signs of diversification, it remains a predominantly white, affluent community with high economic stability. The slow pace of demographic change suggests that any transition to a more diverse community will likely occur over a much longer timeframe than seen in many other parts of the country, barring any significant economic or policy changes that could accelerate this process.
