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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 14224: A Predominantly White Community
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 14224 in West Seneca, New York, is classified as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The population is 92% white, with minimal representation from other racial groups. The median income for this area in 2022 was $70,686, indicative of a middle to upper-middle-class suburban community.
Over the past decade, West Seneca has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" area with a strong "White Majority." There are subtle indications of a gradual shift towards increased diversity. The percentage of white residents has decreased slightly from 96% in 2014 to 92% in 2022. Black and Hispanic populations have seen small increases, from 1% each in 2014 to 2% and 3% respectively in 2022. The category of two or more races has grown from less than 1% to 2% over the same period. These changes suggest the area may be in the early stages of becoming a "Transitional Community," albeit at a very slow pace.
The median income in West Seneca has shown overall growth, increasing from $64,271 in 2014 to $70,686 in 2022, representing a 10% increase over eight years. This growth has not been steady. There was a significant increase in median income from $70,320 in 2020 to $76,482 in 2021, followed by a decrease to $70,686 in 2022. These fluctuations may be related to the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent recovery efforts.
The population has remained relatively stable, growing only slightly from 39,890 in 2014 to 40,368 in 2022, indicating a steady community with little influx or outflow of residents.
West Seneca's demographic composition contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity. While the U.S. as a whole has been moving towards becoming a "Majority-Minority" nation, West Seneca remains overwhelmingly white. The area's income growth roughly aligns with national trends, though the median income remains above the national average. This suggests that West Seneca is a relatively affluent suburb that has maintained its economic status while experiencing only very gradual demographic changes.
The stability in both population and racial composition could indicate several factors. These may include limited housing development or turnover that might attract new, more diverse residents, a potentially aging population with younger generations possibly moving to more diverse urban areas, and the area may be perceived as less welcoming or attractive to minority groups due to its lack of diversity.
In conclusion, West Seneca shows signs of very slow diversification but remains a predominantly white, economically stable suburban area. The community appears to be in the early stages of a potential long-term transition, but any significant demographic shifts are likely to occur over many years or decades unless there are major changes in local housing, economic, or social dynamics.
