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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 14437: Persistent White Majority and Subtle Diversity Changes
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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 14437 in Dansville, New York, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community as of 2022. The white population comprises 95% of the total, exceeding the 75% threshold for this classification. The area has a population of 9,407 and a median income of $52,998 as of 2022.
Dansville has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community over the past decade. The white population has consistently remained above 90% during this period, with minor fluctuations. There are slight indications of gradual diversification, with the Hispanic population increasing from 2% in 2013 to 3% in 2022, and the percentage of residents identifying as two or more races increasing from 0% in 2013 to 1% in 2022. The Asian population has fluctuated between 0% and 1% over the years.
The median income in Dansville has shown an overall upward trend, increasing from $43,270 in 2013 to $52,998 in 2022, representing a 22.5% increase over nine years. The median income peaked in 2021 at $56,833 before slightly decreasing in 2022. Conversely, the population has experienced a slight decline, decreasing from 9,969 in 2013 to 9,407 in 2022, a 5.6% decrease over the same period.
The minor increase in diversity has not been directly tied to the overall increase in median income. The slight population decrease coupled with income increase suggests that some higher-earning residents have remained while others have moved out, potentially due to economic factors or changing job markets in the area.
The trend of increasing median income in Dansville aligns with national patterns of economic recovery and growth following the 2008 recession. The slight population decrease contrasts with the growth experienced by many urban and suburban areas, suggesting Dansville might face challenges common to some rural or small-town communities. The persistent lack of diversity in Dansville differs from national trends towards increasing diversity in many communities, particularly in urban and suburban areas.
Dansville has experienced some economic improvements over the past decade, while its demographic composition has remained largely stable, maintaining its status as a "Low Diversity" community. The subtle increases in Hispanic and multiracial populations, though small, could be early indicators of gradual diversification. However, more significant changes would be necessary to alter the community's demographic classification in the near future. The economic improvements, coupled with a slight population decrease, indicate a complex interplay of factors affecting the community's development, potentially including changes in local industries, housing markets, or broader regional economic shifts.
