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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 21208: Racial Composition and Income 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 21208 in Pikesville, Maryland, is classified as a "Moderate Diversity" community as of 2022. The population distribution shows 50% White and 41% Black residents, with smaller percentages of Hispanic (4%) and Two or More Races (3%) groups. The median income in 2022 was $88,440, indicating an upper-middle-class economic status.
Over the past decade, Pikesville has maintained its "Moderate Diversity" status while experiencing shifts in racial composition. The White population decreased from 53% in 2013 to 50% in 2022, while the Black population increased from 38% to 41%. The Hispanic population doubled from 2% to 4%, and the "Two or More Races" category tripled from 1% to 3%. These trends suggest a transition towards increased diversity.
The median income in Pikesville grew from $79,683 in 2013 to $88,440 in 2022, an 11% increase. However, this growth was not consistent, with a peak of $93,922 in 2021 followed by a decrease in 2022. The population grew by 17% from 33,221 in 2013 to 38,947 in 2022, indicating the area's attractiveness to new residents.
The demographic changes in Pikesville align with national trends towards increasing diversity in suburban areas. The growth in the multiracial population reflects one of the fastest-growing demographic segments in the United States. Despite fluctuations, the area's median income has remained above the national median, maintaining its status as an affluent suburb.
Pikesville represents a dynamic suburban community transitioning towards greater diversity while maintaining economic stability. The observed trends of increasing racial balance, growth in multiracial populations, and overall economic growth despite recent challenges mirror broader national patterns of demographic change in prosperous suburban areas. Future monitoring of these changes will be important to assess their impact on community cohesion, local policies, and economic opportunities for all residents.
