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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 45850: A Study of Racial Composition
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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 45850 in Westminster, Ohio, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community as of 2022. The white population comprises 95% of the total, exceeding the 75% threshold for this classification. The area has a population of 4,087 and a median income of $67,833.
Over the past decade, Westminster has maintained its "Low Diversity" status. The white population has consistently remained above 90%, with minor fluctuations. There are subtle indications of a very gradual diversification. The Hispanic population showed a slight increase from 2% in 2013 to 4% in 2016-2017, before declining to 1% in 2022. The percentage of residents identifying as two or more races grew from 0% in 2013-2014 to 3% in 2021-2022. A small Black population (1%) appeared in the data from 2021-2022.
The median income in Westminster has shown a generally positive trend over the past decade. From 2013 to 2022, the median income increased from $53,283 to $67,833, a growth of about 27%. There was a significant increase between 2016 and 2017, with income rising from $57,912 to $62,293. The highest median income was recorded in 2021 at $70,406, before slightly decreasing in 2022.
Population trends have been mixed. The population decreased from 4,144 in 2010 to a low of 3,744 in 2019. Since 2019, there has been a reversal of this trend, with population growing to 4,087 in 2022. This recent population growth coincides with the slight increase in diversity and the peak in median income.
The persistent "Low Diversity" classification of Westminster contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in many areas of the United States. The recent population growth after years of decline might reflect broader trends of population shifts to smaller communities. The steady increase in median income aligns with national economic recovery trends following the 2008 recession, though the continued growth through 2021 is notable given the economic challenges posed by the pandemic.
Westminster remains a predominantly white, low-diversity community, with subtle signs of very gradual demographic changes. These shifts, coupled with positive economic trends, suggest a community that is slowly evolving while maintaining its core characteristics. The coming years will be crucial in determining whether these nascent trends towards slightly increased diversity and economic growth will continue or stabilize.
