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Demographic and Economic Analysis of Zip Code 12433: A Predominantly White Community
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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 12433 in West Hurley, New York, is categorized as a "Low Diversity" community with a predominantly White population (93%) as of 2022. The area has experienced economic fluctuations over the past decade, with a current median income of $40,037, lower than its peak in 2015.
From 2013 to 2022, West Hurley has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community. The White population has remained the majority, with percentages ranging from 75% to 100% throughout the decade. There are subtle signs of potential diversification, including the introduction of a "Two or More Races" category in 2021 (2%) and its increase to 6% in 2022. The White population percentage decreased slightly from 99% in 2020 to 93% in 2022, indicating a slow shift.
The economic landscape of West Hurley has undergone significant changes. The area experienced peak prosperity from 2013-2017, with median income rising from $62,488 in 2013 to $77,014 in 2015. A decline phase occurred from 2018-2020, with median income dropping sharply from $61,429 to $39,552 in 2019. A slight recovery phase followed in 2021-2022, with median income increasing modestly to $46,690 in 2021 before declining again to $40,037 in 2022.
The population has remained relatively stable throughout this period, fluctuating between 380 and 521 residents, with no clear correlation to income trends.
The trends observed in West Hurley reflect some broader patterns seen in many rural and small-town American communities. These include a persistent lack of racial diversity compared to urban areas, economic challenges with declining median incomes, and a slight increase in racial diversity aligning with national trends.
The economic volatility experienced by West Hurley, particularly the sharp decline in median income from 2018 to 2020, may be more pronounced than national averages and could indicate localized economic challenges or changes in the community's economic base.
West Hurley remains a "Low Diversity" community, but subtle demographic shifts and significant economic fluctuations over the past decade suggest a community in transition. The correlation between these demographic and economic changes warrants further investigation into local factors such as industry changes, migration patterns, or policy shifts that may be influencing these trends.
