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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 14816: Predominantly White Population in Breesport, New York
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 14816 in Breesport, New York, is classified as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The community has a population of 493 and a median income of $82,813. This predominantly white community has experienced minor demographic changes over the past decade.
Throughout the period from 2013 to 2022, Breesport has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority." The white population decreased slightly from 98% in 2013 to 96% in 2022, with a low point of 86% in 2020. The Hispanic population showed some variability, reaching 9% in 2020 before returning to 0% in 2021-2022. The Asian population remained consistently low, between 0-3% throughout the period. The population identifying as two or more races maintained a small presence of 1-2%.
The median income in Breesport has fluctuated over the years. It increased slightly from $76,378 to $76,762 between 2013 and 2014, then declined to a low of $66,254 in 2017. From 2018 to 2022, there was an overall upward trend, reaching $82,813 in 2022. The period of lowest diversity (2021-2022) coincided with the highest median incomes.
The population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 395 and 600 residents over the decade. The lowest population (395 in 2017) coincided with the lowest median income.
Breesport appears to be maintaining its demographic composition with only minor changes, which is not uncommon in parts of upstate New York. The median income of $82,813 in 2022 is above the national median household income, suggesting that Breesport is relatively affluent despite its small size and lack of diversity.
The community's resistance to significant demographic change, coupled with its economic resilience and recent income growth, indicates a stable, somewhat insular community that has maintained its character over the past decade. While there have been minor fluctuations in diversity, particularly around 2020, the area quickly reverted to its historical demographic makeup. This suggests that any attempts at increasing diversity have been limited or short-lived, and the community remains predominantly white with a strong economic foundation.
