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Demographic Evolution of Zip Code 23832 (Woodlake, Virginia): White Majority with Increasing Diversity
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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 23832, representing Woodlake in Virginia, is categorized as a "White Majority" community with moderate diversity as of 2022. The white population constitutes 57% of the total, while other significant racial groups include Black (27%), Hispanic (8%), and Asian (4%) residents. The median income of $95,018 in 2022 suggests an affluent suburban area.
Throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), the community has maintained its status as a "White Majority" area. However, there is a gradual decline in the white population percentage from 59% in 2013 to 57% in 2022. While not reaching the threshold for "High Diversity," the community shows signs of "Moderate Diversity" with increasing representation from minority groups.
The Black population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 23-28% over the decade. There is a noticeable increase in the Hispanic population from 7% in 2013 to 8% in 2022, indicating a slow but steady growth. The Asian community has grown from 3% in 2013 to 4% in 2022, showing a slight increase in representation.
The percentage of individuals identifying as two or more races has increased from 2% in 2013 to 4% in 2022, suggesting a trend towards more mixed-race families or increased comfort in identifying as multiracial.
The median income has shown significant growth from $87,080 in 2013 to $95,018 in 2022, an increase of about 9% over the decade. The population has grown substantially from 36,151 in 2013 to 43,482 in 2022, an increase of about 20%. The increasing diversity appears to coincide with population growth and rising median incomes, suggesting that the area is attracting a diverse range of affluent residents.
Many suburbs are becoming more diverse as minority populations move out of urban centers. The rising median income alongside increasing diversity aligns with national trends of economic growth in diverse suburban areas. The slow but steady increase in minority populations suggests a gradual integration process, rather than rapid demographic changes that might lead to community tensions.
Woodlake represents a "Transitional Community" that is gradually becoming more diverse while maintaining economic growth. The area has managed to attract a diverse population while sustaining a high median income, indicating a potentially inclusive and economically robust community. However, the persistence of a clear white majority suggests that full integration and high diversity are still evolving processes in this zip code.
