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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 20144: A Study of Racial Composition and Trends
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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 20144 in Rectortown, Virginia, is classified as a "White Majority" community with "Low Diversity" as of 2022. The area has a population of 958 and a median household income of $93,725. This classification is based on the white population comprising 79% of the total, exceeding the 75% threshold for low diversity.
Over the past decade, Rectortown has maintained its status as a "White Majority" community. However, subtle shifts in its racial composition suggest a gradual trend towards increased diversity, albeit still within the "Low Diversity" category. The white population percentage has generally decreased from 88% in 2016 to 79% in 2022. There has been a notable increase in the Hispanic population, from 0% in 2017 to 15% in 2022. The black population has shown fluctuation, peaking at 10% in 2017-2018, but has since decreased to 3% in 2022. Asian, Native American, and Pacific Islander populations have remained consistently low or unreported throughout the decade.
The median household income in Rectortown has shown significant fluctuations over the past decade. The area experienced its highest median income in 2016 at $120,650. There was a substantial decline in median income from 2018 to 2019, dropping from $98,909 to $89,700. However, the community has since seen a recovery, with the 2022 median income at $93,725. The increase in Hispanic population coincides with a period of income fluctuation, which could suggest changing economic dynamics in the community.
The population of Rectortown has shown an overall declining trend. The highest recorded population was 1,178 in 2011. As of 2022, the population has decreased to 958, the lowest in the recorded period. The declining population, coupled with changes in racial composition, suggests a shift in the community's makeup, possibly due to outmigration of some groups and in-migration of others.
The declining population in Rectortown aligns with broader trends seen in many rural American communities, which have experienced population loss over the past decade. Despite fluctuations, the median income in Rectortown remains well above the national median, suggesting it is a relatively affluent area. The gradual increase in Hispanic population mirrors national trends of growing Hispanic communities in various parts of the United States, including in traditionally less diverse areas.
In conclusion, while Rectortown remains a predominantly white, low-diversity community, it shows signs of gradual demographic shifts, particularly with the growing Hispanic population. These changes, coupled with fluctuations in median income and a declining overall population, suggest that the community is in a period of transition. The coming years may determine whether these trends continue, potentially leading to a more diverse community structure, or if the area will maintain its current demographic profile.
