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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 23834: Racial Composition and Economic Trends (2013-2022)
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 23834 in Colonial Heights, Virginia, is classified as a "White Majority" community with moderate diversity as of 2022. The white population comprises 61% of the total, while Black (23%) and Hispanic (10%) populations have significant representation. The median income of $67,757 in 2022 indicates a middle-class suburban area.
Over the past decade, this zip code has transitioned from a "Low Diversity" community to one with "Moderate Diversity". In 2013, 70% of the population identified as white, decreasing to 61% by 2022. The Black population increased slightly from 21% to 23%, while the Hispanic population doubled from 5% to 10%. The Asian population remained constant at 3%, and those identifying as two or more races increased from 1% to 3%.
The median income in the zip code has grown overall, rising from $60,983 in 2013 to $67,757 in 2022, an increase of about 11%. There was a significant increase in median income in 2020 and 2021, reaching a peak of $74,812 in 2021, before declining in 2022. The population has grown from 28,935 in 2013 to 29,401 in 2022, a modest increase of about 1.6%.
The demographic shifts observed in this zip code align with broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas. Many U.S. suburbs have seen growth in minority populations, particularly Hispanic and Asian communities, over the past decade.
The economic growth in this area, while positive, appears to be somewhat slower than the national average. The U.S. median household income grew by about 18% between 2013 and 2022, compared to the 11% growth seen in this zip code.
Zip code 23834 in Colonial Heights, Virginia, is transitioning from a predominantly white, low-diversity area to a more moderately diverse community. This demographic shift is accompanied by modest economic growth and population increase, suggesting a gradual but significant change in the local community fabric. These trends may have implications for local services, housing demand, and community dynamics in the coming years.
