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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 21014 in Bel Air North, Maryland, is classified as a "White Majority" community with "Low Diversity" as of 2022. The area has a population of 36,640 and a median income of $104,098, indicating an affluent suburban setting. The white population comprises 80% of the total, but signs of increasing diversity have been observed over the past decade.
Over the past decade, Bel Air North has maintained its "White Majority" classification. However, a trend towards increased diversity is evident. The white population decreased from 90% in 2013 to 80% in 2022. The Black population increased slightly from 3% to 5%. The Asian population remained relatively stable at 2-4%. The Hispanic population more than doubled from 2% to 5%. The population identifying as two or more races increased significantly from 1% to 5%. These changes suggest a gradual transition towards "Moderate Diversity" and potentially a "Transitional Community" status.
The median income has shown an overall upward trend, increasing from $97,167 in 2013 to $104,098 in 2022, with a peak of $115,028 in 2021. This economic growth correlates with the increasing diversity. As minority populations grew, the median income generally increased, suggesting that the area is attracting diverse, affluent families. The population has grown moderately from 34,867 in 2013 to 36,640 in 2022, indicating a stable and desirable community. The slight dip in median income from 2021 to 2022 might be attributed to broader economic factors or demographic shifts.
The trend towards increasing diversity in Bel Air North aligns with broader national trends of suburbanization of minority populations and increased diversity in traditionally white-majority areas. The median income of $104,098 is significantly higher than the national median household income (which was around $70,784 in 2021), indicating that this is an affluent area attracting high-income residents across racial groups. The gradual nature of the demographic shifts suggests a stable community undergoing organic changes rather than rapid gentrification or white flight seen in some urban areas.
Bel Air North remains a predominantly white, affluent area, but it shows clear signs of evolving into a more diverse community. This gradual transition, coupled with rising incomes, suggests a positive integration of various racial groups into a prosperous suburban setting. If these trends continue, this zip code may transition from "Low Diversity" to "Moderate Diversity" in the coming years, potentially becoming a model for successful, economically thriving diverse communities.