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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 22939: Predominantly White Community with Emerging Diversity
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 22939 in Fishersville, Virginia, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community as of 2022. The area is characterized by a white majority, comprising 85% of the population. The median income is $73,490, indicating a relatively homogeneous suburban community.
Over the past decade, Fishersville has maintained its "Low Diversity" status, with the white population consistently representing over 75% of the total. However, subtle signs of increasing diversity are evident. The white population has decreased from 89% in 2013 to 85% in 2022. The black population has doubled from 3% to 6%, and the Hispanic population has grown from 3% to 6% during the same period. A "two or more races" category has emerged, reaching 3% by 2022.
These changes suggest a slow trend towards increased diversity, potentially categorizing Fishersville as a "Transitional Community" if these trends continue or accelerate. The demographic shifts correlate with changes in median income. The median income has grown from $70,556 in 2013 to $73,490 in 2022, an increase of about 4.2%. A dip in median income occurred between 2014 and 2016, coinciding with the initial stages of increased diversity.
Since 2016, as diversity slowly increased, the median income has shown a general upward trend, with some fluctuations. The population has grown from 5,609 in 2013 to 6,379 in 2022, an increase of about 13.7%. This population growth, combined with the increasing diversity and rising median income, suggests that the area may be attracting a wider range of residents while maintaining its economic stability.
The trend of slow diversification in predominantly white suburban areas is consistent with broader national trends in the United States. The growth in Hispanic population aligns with national demographic shifts, where the Hispanic population has been one of the fastest-growing segments in many parts of the country. The increase in median income, while modest, has outpaced inflation in some years, suggesting relative economic stability in the area.
Fishersville remains a "Low Diversity" community but shows signs of gradual demographic change. These shifts, coupled with steady economic growth, suggest a community in slow transition. If current trends continue, the area may evolve into a more diverse community in the coming decades, potentially impacting local culture, services, and economic dynamics. However, the pace of change remains slow, allowing for gradual adaptation rather than abrupt shifts in the community's character.
