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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 21703 in Ballenger Creek, Maryland, is classified as a "Moderate Diversity" community as of 2022. The white population comprises 50%, with Hispanic (21%) and Black (14%) populations following. The area's median income is $90,106, indicating relative affluence. The population of 41,041 resides in an area of 33.21 square miles.
Ballenger Creek has transitioned from a "White Majority" community to one of "Moderate Diversity" over the past decade. In 2013, the white population was 57%, constituting a "Racial Majority." By 2022, this percentage decreased to 50%, at the threshold between "Racial Majority" and "Racial Plurality."
The Hispanic population has shown the most significant growth, increasing from 15% in 2013 to 21% in 2022. Combined with stable Asian (8-9%) and Black (14-16%) populations, this growth has contributed to increased diversity. The community has been moving towards becoming a "Majority-Minority" area, with the combined minority population reaching 50% by 2022.
The area can be classified as a "Transitional Community," given the consistent increase in the Hispanic population and growth in the "Two or More Races" category from 2% in 2013 to 5% in 2022.
The median income in the area has shown overall growth, rising from $88,680 in 2013 to $90,106 in 2022, with fluctuations in between. There was a significant spike to $101,029 in 2021, followed by a decrease in 2022. This general upward trend in income coincides with the increasing diversity of the area.
The population has grown steadily from 34,788 in 2013 to 41,041 in 2022, an increase of about 18%. This population growth, coupled with increasing diversity and rising median income, indicates that the area has been attractive to various new residents, particularly those from Hispanic backgrounds.
The demographic shifts observed in Ballenger Creek align with broader national trends of increasing diversity, particularly in suburban areas. The growth of the Hispanic population mirrors national patterns, where Hispanics have been one of the fastest-growing demographic groups in the United States.
The area's median income of $90,106 in 2022 is significantly higher than the national median household income, indicating that Ballenger Creek remains a relatively affluent community despite its demographic changes.
The transition towards greater diversity without a significant drop in median income suggests that the area has managed to integrate new residents while maintaining its economic status. This could indicate a healthy local economy that has been able to absorb and benefit from increased diversity.
Ballenger Creek presents a case of demographic transition, evolving from a predominantly white community to one of moderate diversity, while maintaining and improving its economic standing. This trajectory suggests a community that has adapted to changing demographics, potentially positioning itself for continued growth and diversity in the future.