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Demographic Evolution of Zip Code 35473: White Majority with Emerging Diversity
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 35473 in Northport, Alabama, is classified as a "White Majority" community with "Low Diversity" as of 2022. The area has a population of 21,861 and a median household income of $73,910. Over the past decade, gradual demographic shifts have been observed.
The white population has consistently remained above 70% from 2013 to 2022, classifying the area as "White Majority" with "Low Diversity." A slight downward trend in the white population percentage is noted, from 78% in 2013 to 76% in 2022. The black population has shown a gradual increase from 14% in 2013 to 17% in 2022.
The Hispanic population has increased from 1% in 2013 to 4% in 2022, suggesting a "Transitional Community" aspect in terms of Hispanic representation. The "Two or More Races" category has grown from 0% in 2013 to 2% in 2022, indicating a trend towards increasing diversity.
The median household income has increased from $64,219 in 2013 to $73,910 in 2022, representing a 15% growth over the decade. The population has grown from 18,300 in 2013 to 21,861 in 2022, a 19.5% increase. The increasing median income coincides with the gradual diversification.
The demographic shifts in Northport align with broader national trends of increasing diversity in many communities across the United States. The persistent "White Majority" status with over 70% white population is higher than the national average of about 60% white as of the 2020 census. The growth in Hispanic population is still below the national average of around 18%.
Northport (zip code 35473) remains a "White Majority" area with "Low Diversity," but shows signs of gradual diversification. The community appears to be in the early stages of a demographic transition, coupled with economic growth. These trends suggest that over the coming decades, the area may continue to diversify, potentially moving towards a "Moderate Diversity" classification if current trends persist.
