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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 14001: Persistent White Majority and Subtle Racial Shifts
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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 14001, encompassing Akron in New York, exhibits a demographic profile classified as "Low Diversity" based on established criteria. As of 2022, the white population comprises 95% of the total, significantly exceeding the 75% threshold for this classification. The area has a population of 9,070 as of 2022, with a median income of $68,429.
Over the past decade, Akron has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community. The white population has remained the dominant racial group, with percentages ranging from 95% to 96% throughout the period from 2013 to 2022. There are subtle indications of a very gradual increase in diversity: the percentage of residents identifying as two or more races has grown from 0% in 2013 to 2% in 2022, and the Black and Hispanic populations have shown a slight increase, each reaching 1% by 2022. These changes, while minimal, could potentially indicate the early stages of a "Transitional Community," albeit at a very slow pace.
The median income in Akron has shown an overall upward trend, rising from $62,719 in 2013 to $68,429 in 2022, an increase of about 9% over the decade. This growth in median income correlates with the maintained "Low Diversity" status of the community, suggesting a stable economic environment that has not yet triggered significant demographic shifts. The population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between about 9,000 and 9,200 residents throughout the decade. This stability in population, combined with the slow pace of demographic change, suggests that economic growth has not led to significant in-migration that might alter the racial composition of the community.
Akron's demographic stability contrasts with broader national trends towards increasing diversity in many communities across the United States. The area's persistent "Low Diversity" classification and minimal demographic shifts over a decade suggest it may be somewhat insulated from larger demographic trends affecting more urban or rapidly growing areas.
The steady increase in median income, while positive for the community, has not been accompanied by significant demographic changes. This could indicate a few possibilities: the area may have limited housing availability or expansion, preventing significant population growth or demographic shifts; the community may have strong cultural or social factors that contribute to its demographic stability; or the economic growth may be primarily benefiting the existing population rather than attracting new residents from diverse backgrounds.
In conclusion, while Akron shows signs of economic progress, its demographic composition remains largely unchanged. The community exemplifies a stable, predominantly white area with gradual income growth. However, the small increases in minority populations, particularly in the "two or more races" category, suggest that even in this stable environment, the seeds of future demographic shifts may be present, albeit developing at a very slow pace.
