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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 21102: A Study of Racial Composition from 2013-2022
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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 21102, encompassing Manchester in Maryland, exhibits characteristics of Low Diversity with a White Majority. As of 2022, the white population constitutes 91% of the community, with a median income of $91,819 and a population of 9,609. This predominantly white, upper-middle-class suburban area has maintained its demographic composition over the past decade with only slight changes.
Throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), Manchester has consistently fallen under the Low Diversity and White Majority categories. The white population has remained above 90% for the entire decade, with only a slight decrease from 94% in 2013 to 91% in 2022. This minimal shift does not qualify the area as a Transitional Community, as the changes are not significant enough to indicate a clear trend towards increasing diversity.
There has been a small but noticeable increase in the Hispanic population, rising from 1% in 2013 to 4% in 2022. The Black population has also seen a slight increase from 2% to 3% over the same period. These changes, while small, suggest a very gradual diversification of the community.
The median income in Manchester has fluctuated over the decade but generally remained high, indicating an affluent community. There was an increase from $93,806 in 2013 to $104,559 in 2021, followed by a decrease to $91,819 in 2022. This recent drop might be attributed to broader economic factors or changes in the local job market.
The population has grown from 8,165 in 2013 to 9,609 in 2022, an increase of about 17.7%. This population growth, combined with the slight increase in minority populations, suggests that the area is attracting new residents, including a small but growing number of non-white families.
The demographic composition of Manchester contrasts with Maryland's overall racial makeup, which is more diverse. As of 2022, Maryland's population was approximately 50% white, 30% Black, 11% Hispanic, and 7% Asian. This comparison highlights how Manchester remains a homogeneous enclave within a more diverse state.
The median household income in Maryland was about $91,431 in 2021, which is lower than Manchester's $104,559 for the same year. This indicates that Manchester is a relatively affluent area within a generally prosperous state.
The gradual increase in diversity, albeit small, aligns with broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas. However, the pace of change in Manchester is slower than in many other suburban communities across the United States.
Manchester remains a Low Diversity, White Majority community with high median incomes. There are subtle signs of gradual diversification and population growth. These changes, though slow, may eventually lead to a more diverse community in the long term if current trends continue.
