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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 14782: 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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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 14782, which includes Sinclairville in New York, exhibits a Low Diversity demographic profile. As of 2022, the community is predominantly white, with 95% of the population identifying as such. The area has experienced a population decline from 2,580 in 2010 to 2,133 in 2022. Concurrently, the median income has increased from $46,216 in 2013 to $52,932 in 2022.
From 2013 to 2022, Sinclairville has maintained its status as a Low Diversity community with a strong White Majority. The white population percentage has slightly decreased from 98% in 2013 to 95% in 2022. The Hispanic community has consistently represented 1% of the population throughout the decade. There has been an increase in individuals identifying as two or more races, from 1% in 2013 to 3% in 2022. Asian, Black, and Native American populations have remained at or near 0% throughout the period.
The economic landscape of Sinclairville has shown moderate improvement over the decade. The median income has increased from $46,216 in 2013 to $52,932 in 2022, representing a growth of about 14.5% over nine years. However, the median income has not grown consistently year-over-year, with notable fluctuations including a peak of $58,737 in 2021 followed by a decrease to $52,932 in 2022.
The population has consistently decreased from 2,594 in 2013 to 2,133 in 2022, a 17.8% decline. This population decline coupled with the overall increase in median income suggests that while some residents may be experiencing improved economic conditions, others might be leaving the area.
The demographic profile and population decline in Sinclairville align with broader trends seen in many rural American communities, which often struggle with population loss and limited diversification. The moderate income growth observed in Sinclairville is positive but may lag behind national averages, particularly when compared to urban areas. While the community remains predominantly white, the small increases in multi-racial identification reflect a broader national trend towards greater racial complexity and self-identification with multiple racial categories.
Sinclairville presents a picture of a stable, predominantly white rural community experiencing slow economic growth and the very early stages of potential diversification. The challenge for this community moving forward will be to address population decline while fostering economic opportunities that can attract and retain a diverse population, potentially transitioning towards a more varied demographic profile in the coming decades.
