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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 23109 in Mathews, Virginia, is classified as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The white population comprises 81% of the total, exceeding the 75% threshold for low diversity classification. The community has a population of 1,648 as of 2022, with a median income of $71,345.
Over the past decade, this zip code has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority." The white population percentage has decreased from 88% in 2015 to 81% in 2022. The black population has increased from 7% in 2015 to 13% in 2022. The Hispanic population has grown from 1% in 2015 to 3% in 2022. Residents identifying as two or more races have increased from 1% in 2015 to 2% in 2022.
These changes suggest a trend towards a more diverse population composition, potentially moving towards "Moderate Diversity" in the future if these trends continue.
The median income in this zip code has fluctuated over the past decade. There was an increase from $65,794 in 2013 to $89,577 in 2014. Following this peak, there has been a general downward trend, with some fluctuations. The median income dropped to $57,873 in 2019 but has recovered to $71,345 in 2022.
Population trends show an increase from 1,514 in 2015 to 1,648 in 2022, suggesting modest growth in the community. This growth may be contributing to the gradual diversification as new residents move into the area.
This community's demographic composition differs from national averages. The United States has been experiencing increasing diversity, with the white population dropping below 60% in recent years. This zip code maintains a higher white population percentage, though it is slowly following the national trend of increasing diversity.
The median household income for this zip code ($71,345 in 2022) is higher than the national median income, which was around $70,784 in 2021. This suggests that despite its rural nature, the area maintains a relatively strong economic position.
Mathews (23109) remains a "Low Diversity" area with a strong "White Majority." Demographic shifts over the past decade suggest a slow trend towards increased diversity. These changes, coupled with a fluctuating but generally above-average median income, indicate a stable community experiencing gradual demographic evolution while maintaining its economic strength.