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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 43022: A Study of Racial Composition in Gambier, Ohio
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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 43022 in Gambier, Ohio, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" as of 2022. Data indicates that 90% of the population identifies as white, exceeding the 75% threshold for low diversity. The median income for 2022 was $69,506, and the population was 4,725.
Gambier has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" over the past decade. From 2013 to 2022, the white population has remained above 90%, with minor fluctuations. Subtle signs of a gradual increase in diversity include a slow but steady increase in the Hispanic population from 2% in 2013 to 4% in 2022, an increase in residents identifying as two or more races from 1% in 2013 to 2% in 2022, and a relatively stable Black population at around 3%.
The median income in Gambier has fluctuated over the past decade. From 2013 to 2020, there was a general upward trend, rising from $60,165 to $70,490. A significant spike occurred in 2021, with median income jumping to $87,808. In 2022, the median income dropped to $69,506, closer to the 2020 level. These economic fluctuations do not appear to correlate strongly with the minor demographic shifts observed.
Population trends show a slight overall decrease from 4,660 in 2013 to 4,725 in 2022, with fluctuations in between. The peak population was 5,143 in 2019, followed by a decline that coincides with the COVID-19 pandemic.
Gambier appears to be changing at a slower pace compared to national trends of increasing diversity. This could be attributed to its rural location and the presence of Kenyon College. The median income in Gambier is higher than the national median, despite the presence of a large student population. This suggests that non-student residents or faculty members may have relatively high incomes.
The slight increase in Hispanic and multiracial populations aligns with broader national trends of increasing diversity in rural and suburban areas, albeit at a slower pace. Gambier remains a "Low Diversity" community with a strong "White Majority," with subtle indications of a gradual shift towards increased diversity. The economic fluctuations, particularly the income spike in 2021 followed by a drop in 2022, warrant further investigation. The community's demographic and economic profile appears to be influenced by its status as a college town, contributing to its unique characteristics compared to national trends.
