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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 46077: Racial Composition and Economic Trends (2013-2022)
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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 46077 in Zionsville, Indiana, is categorized as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The area has a high median income of $143,594 in 2022, which is above national averages. The population of this affluent suburb has grown steadily over the past decade, reaching 33,352 residents in 2022.
Over the past decade, Zionsville has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community with a strong "White Majority." However, there are indications of a gradual shift towards increased diversity. The percentage of white residents has decreased from 90% in 2013 to 84% in 2022. The Asian community has shown the most significant growth, increasing from 4% in 2013 to 6% in 2022. The Black population has modestly increased from 2% in 2013 to 4% in 2022. The Hispanic community has grown from 1% in 2013 to 3% in 2022.
These changes suggest that Zionsville may be slowly transitioning towards a more diverse community. However, it has not yet reached the threshold to be categorized as a "Transitional Community" or "Moderate Diversity" area. The economic landscape of Zionsville has remained consistently affluent throughout the decade. The median income has fluctuated but generally trended upward, rising from $135,595 in 2013 to $143,594 in 2022, representing a 5.9% increase over nine years.
The population has grown significantly, from 25,626 in 2013 to 33,352 in 2022, a 30.1% increase. This substantial growth may be attracting a more diverse population to the area. The correlation between demographic shifts and economic trends suggests that Zionsville's increasing diversity might be linked to its economic prosperity and population growth.
Zionsville's demographic trends align with broader national patterns of increasing diversity in suburban areas. However, the pace of diversification in Zionsville appears to be slower than many other suburban communities across the United States. The area's exceptionally high median income and its continued growth suggest that Zionsville remains an attractive destination for affluent residents.
This economic status may be both a driver of slow diversification and a barrier to more rapid demographic changes. In conclusion, while Zionsville remains a "Low Diversity" community with a strong "White Majority," there are signs of gradual diversification. The area's economic prosperity and population growth appear to be facilitating this slow shift towards increased diversity, though at a pace that has not yet fundamentally altered the community's demographic character.
