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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 45469: Predominantly White Area with Emerging Hispanic Growth
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 45469 in Dayton, Ohio, is classified as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The racial composition indicates that 83% of the population identifies as white, exceeding the 75% threshold for low diversity. The median income for 2022 was $64,877, and the population was 1,726.
Over the past decade, this zip code has maintained its status as a "White Majority" area. However, subtle shifts suggest a slow trend towards increased diversity. From 2013 to 2020, the area was classified as "Low Diversity" with white population percentages ranging from 86% to 93%. In 2021-2022, while still predominantly white, the community showed signs of becoming more diverse, with the white population decreasing from 91% to 83%.
The community has experienced a gradual increase in Hispanic representation, from 2% in 2013 to 7% in 2022, indicating a potential "Transitional Community" status. The Asian and Black populations have fluctuated but generally remained low, each staying below 6% throughout the decade.
The median income in this zip code has shown significant volatility over the years. From 2013 to 2015, the median income was relatively high, peaking at $109,122 in 2014. There was a sharp decline in 2017 to $18,346, followed by fluctuations in subsequent years. By 2022, the median income had stabilized somewhat at $64,877, which is lower than the peak but still represents a middle-income area.
The population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between about 1,600 and 2,100 residents over the decade. This suggests that while there have been demographic shifts, they are likely due to changes within the existing population rather than large influxes or outflows of residents.
The gradual increase in Hispanic population aligns with national trends of growing Hispanic communities across the United States. The predominance of white residents at 83% is significantly higher than the national average, which is closer to 60% as of recent estimates. The income volatility observed in this zip code is unusual and may reflect localized economic factors or changes in the small sample size, given the area's low population.
In conclusion, while this zip code remains a "Low Diversity" area with a strong "White Majority," there are signs of a slow transition towards greater diversity, particularly with the growth of the Hispanic population. The economic picture is complex, with significant income fluctuations that don't seem directly correlated with demographic changes. This suggests that local economic factors, possibly related to the broader Dayton area or specific institutions within the zip code, may be influencing income levels more than demographic shifts.
