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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 46635: Predominantly White Population in Granger, Indiana
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 46635 in Granger, Indiana, is categorized as having "Low Diversity" as of 2022. The area is predominantly white (86%), with minor representation from other racial groups. The current median income is $62,804, and the population is 6,212, indicating a relatively stable suburban community.
Over the past decade, this zip code has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" area, with the white population remaining the majority. From 2013 to 2019, there was a gradual decrease in the white population (from 85% to 80%) and a corresponding increase in other racial groups, particularly Black and Asian populations. This trend suggested a move towards "Moderate Diversity." However, from 2020 to 2022, there was a reversal of this trend, with the white population increasing back to 86%, reinforcing the area's "Low Diversity" status.
The Asian population showed consistent growth from 1% in 2013 to 5% in 2021, before slightly decreasing to 3% in 2022. The Black population increased from 6% in 2013 to 12% in 2017, but then decreased back to 6% by 2022.
The median income in the area has shown overall growth, but with some fluctuations. From 2013 to 2014, there was a significant drop in median income from $58,685 to $52,919. From 2015 to 2019, the median income stabilized around $56,000. A notable increase occurred from 2020 to 2021, with median income rising from $62,066 to $72,097, before slightly decreasing to $62,804 in 2022.
These economic trends correlate with the demographic shifts. The period of increasing diversity (2013-2019) coincided with relatively stable, moderate income levels. The recent increase in median income (2020-2021) aligns with a slight reversal in diversity trends, suggesting possible gentrification or changing neighborhood dynamics.
The area's persistent "Low Diversity" status contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in many suburban areas. The recent significant increase in median income (2020-2021) may reflect broader economic trends related to the COVID-19 pandemic, such as shifts in housing preferences or changes in local industry. The slight decrease in diversity from 2020 to 2022 might be part of a larger trend of demographic shifts in suburban areas during and after the pandemic.
In conclusion, while Granger (46635) has maintained its status as a predominantly white, low-diversity area over the past decade, there have been subtle shifts in both demographics and economic indicators. These changes suggest a community that is slowly evolving, potentially influenced by broader regional and national trends in suburban demographics and economics.
