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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 22936: Racial Composition and Economic 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
The zip code 22936 in Earlysville, Virginia, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The area's median income of $105,977 in 2022 indicates an affluent population, above the national average. This zip code has undergone minor demographic changes over the past decade, maintaining its primary racial composition while showing indications of gradual diversification.
Throughout the period from 2013 to 2022, Earlysville has consistently maintained its status as a "White Majority" community. The white population has remained above 85% for the entire period, classifying it as a "Low Diversity" area. However, there are signs of a slow but steady trend towards increased diversity. The white population percentage decreased slightly from 91% in 2013 to 86% in 2022. There has been an increase in the "Two or More Races" category, rising from 1% in 2013 to 6% in 2022. Other minority groups have maintained relatively stable, albeit small, representations.
The median income in Earlysville has fluctuated over the years but has generally remained high. It peaked at $114,586 in 2015 and reached its lowest point at $101,718 in 2020. Despite these fluctuations, the median income has consistently remained above $100,000, indicating a persistently affluent community.
The population has shown steady growth, increasing from 4,063 in 2013 to 5,285 in 2022, a growth of about 30% over the decade. This population growth, combined with the high and relatively stable median income, suggests that the area has remained attractive to new residents while maintaining its economic status. The slight increase in diversity has not corresponded with significant changes in median income, suggesting that new diverse residents are likely entering at similar economic levels to the existing population.
The median household income in Earlysville ($105,977 in 2022) is higher than the national median, which was around $70,784 in 2021. The area's low diversity contrasts with national trends, which show increasing diversity in many parts of the United States. The steady population growth in Earlysville aligns with broader trends of suburban and exurban growth seen in many parts of the country.
Earlysville represents a stable, affluent, predominantly white community that is experiencing gradual diversification while maintaining its economic status. The slow pace of demographic change suggests that any transitions in community dynamics are likely to be gradual rather than abrupt. The area's continued population growth and high median income indicate that it remains an attractive location for residents, potentially due to factors such as job opportunities, quality of life, or proximity to urban amenities while maintaining a more suburban or rural character.
