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Demographic Evolution of Zip Code 13142: Racial Composition and Income Trends
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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 13142, corresponding to Pulaski in New York, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community as of 2022. The population is 94% white, meeting the criteria for a racial group dominating with over 75% representation. The median income for 2022 was $61,992, showing an increase from previous years.
From 2013 to 2022, Pulaski maintained its "Low Diversity" status. The white population remained the majority, never falling below 94%. Minor demographic shifts occurred. From 2013 to 2019, the white population comprised 97-98% of the total. From 2020 onwards, this percentage decreased to 94%, indicating a slight increase in diversity. The percentage of individuals identifying as two or more races increased from 1% to 4% from 2020 onwards. A small Hispanic population (1%) emerged in the data from 2020.
The median income in Pulaski demonstrated an upward trend over the past decade. From 2013 to 2019, the median income grew from $46,498 to $56,981, an increase of about 22.5%. A significant increase occurred from 2019 to 2021, with the median income rising from $56,981 to $70,192, a 23% increase in two years. The 2022 median income ($61,992) shows a decrease from the 2021 peak but remains higher than pre-2020 levels.
The economic trends do not strongly correlate with the minor demographic shifts observed. The substantial income growth occurred while the racial composition remained largely stable, suggesting that economic factors may be influenced more by external economic conditions or local industry changes rather than demographic shifts.
The persistent lack of diversity in Pulaski contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in many areas of the United States. The significant income growth, particularly from 2019 to 2021, may align with broader economic trends seen in some parts of the country during the COVID-19 pandemic. The slight increase in diversity from 2020 onwards could potentially reflect broader national trends of increasing racial awareness and identity complexity.
Pulaski remains a "Low Diversity" community with a strong white majority. Subtle shifts in racial composition and significant changes in median income over the past decade suggest a community experiencing slow demographic evolution alongside more rapid economic changes. Future years may reveal whether these trends continue or accelerate, potentially leading to more significant demographic shifts.
