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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 20763: Racial Composition and Diversity Trends
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 20763 in Savage, Maryland, is categorized as a "Moderate Diversity" community as of 2022. The population is 2,858 with a median income of $82,712. The area represents a mix of racial groups, with no single group holding a clear majority. Black and White populations each comprise 42% of the community, while Asian and Hispanic populations represent 8% and 4% respectively.
Savage has undergone significant demographic changes over the past decade, transitioning from a "White Plurality" community in 2013 to its current "Moderate Diversity" status. Key shifts include a decline in the White population from 53% in 2015 to 42% in 2022, and an increase in the Black population from 24% in 2013 to 42% in 2022. The Asian population peaked at 17% in 2013 and is now at 8% in 2022, while the Hispanic population has remained relatively stable, ranging between 1-6% over the decade.
The median income in Savage has shown significant fluctuations over the past decade. There was a steady increase from $91,243 in 2013 to $136,575 in 2021, followed by a sharp decline to $82,712 in 2022. The period of increasing income (2013-2021) coincided with growing diversity and a rising Black population percentage. The recent income drop in 2022 occurred as the community reached its most balanced racial composition.
Population figures have remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 2,100 and 3,100 residents over the decade, suggesting that demographic changes are more likely due to internal shifts or targeted migration rather than large-scale population changes.
The trends observed in Savage align with broader patterns seen in many suburban areas across the United States. These include increasing diversity in traditionally White-majority suburbs, growing Black middle-class populations moving to suburban areas, and fluctuations in Asian populations, often influenced by changes in tech industry employment or immigration patterns.
The economic trajectory, particularly the sharp income decline in 2022, may reflect broader economic challenges faced nationwide, such as the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic or inflationary pressures.
Savage represents a "Transitional Community" that has evolved from a predominantly White area to one of moderate diversity over the past decade. This transition has been accompanied by significant economic changes, reflecting the complex interplay between demographic shifts and economic factors in suburban America. The community's future trajectory will likely depend on how it navigates these changes and leverages its growing diversity for economic and social development.
