Loading Content...
Loading Content...
Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 14222 in Buffalo, New York, is classified as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The white population comprises 81% of the total, exceeding the 75% threshold for low diversity classification. The median income is $74,061, and the population is 14,461, indicating an affluent urban neighborhood.
Over the past decade, the zip code has maintained its "Low Diversity" and "White Majority" status. The white population has remained between 80% and 84%. Minor shifts in minority populations have occurred. The Asian population increased from 3% in 2013 to 5% in 2018, then decreased to 2% in 2022. The Black population has fluctuated between 5% and 9%. The Hispanic population has grown from 5% in 2013 to 8% in 2022. The population identifying as two or more races has increased from 2% to 3%.
The median income has risen from $63,168 in 2013 to $74,061 in 2022, a 17% increase. The population decreased from 13,054 in 2013 to 11,243 in 2018, then increased to 14,461 in 2022. This recent population growth and rising incomes may indicate increasing neighborhood desirability, potentially attracting more diverse residents and contributing to slight increases in minority populations.
The area's persistent "Low Diversity" status contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in urban areas. The significant income growth outpaces national averages, suggesting this zip code may be part of a gentrifying or already affluent urban district. The recent population growth, especially from 2020 to 2022, is notable and may reflect broader urban revitalization trends or shifts in housing preferences post-pandemic.
Zip code 14222 remains a predominantly white, affluent area with low diversity. Subtle demographic shifts and strong economic growth suggest it may be in the early stages of transition. The coming years may reveal whether these trends accelerate, potentially moving the area towards moderate diversity, or if it maintains its current demographic composition while continuing to attract higher-income residents.