Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 14120: A Study of Racial Composition from 2013 to 2022
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Zip code 14120 in North Tonawanda, New York, is categorized as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The population is 44,719 with a median income of $74,458. From 2013 to 2022, North Tonawanda maintained its "Low Diversity" status with a predominant white population. The white population decreased slightly from 95% in 2013 to 93% in 2022, indicating a gradual diversification process.
The "Two or More Races" category increased from 0% in 2013 to 3% in 2022, suggesting early stages of a "Transitional Community." Minor increases in Asian, Black, and Hispanic populations were observed, each growing from 0-1% to 1-2% over the decade.
The median income in North Tonawanda increased from $61,753 in 2013 to $74,458 in 2022, a growth of 20.6% over nine years. This economic growth occurred alongside subtle demographic shifts. The population remained stable, increasing slightly from 44,338 to 44,719 between 2013 and 2022.
North Tonawanda's gradual shift towards increased diversity aligns with broader national trends, albeit at a slower pace than national averages. The steady increase in median income potentially reflects broader economic growth in the region or state.
The population stability suggests the community is neither experiencing rapid growth nor decline, which may contribute to maintaining community cohesion and facilitating future development planning. The slow pace of demographic change may indicate that the area is somewhat insulated from larger migration patterns affecting more urban or rapidly changing areas.
North Tonawanda remains a "Low Diversity" area with a strong "White Majority," but shows subtle signs of a gradual shift towards greater diversity. This change is occurring alongside economic growth, as evidenced by the rising median income. The community appears to be in the early stages of a transition, maintaining its core demographic character while slowly adapting to broader national trends of increasing diversity.
