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Demographic Evolution of Zip Code 36351: White Majority with Emerging 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 36351 in New Brockton, Alabama, is categorized as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The area has a population of 3,340 and a median household income of $64,343. The white population has consistently remained above 75% from 2013 to 2022, classifying the area as "Low Diversity." However, there is a gradual decline in the white population share, from 86% in 2018 to 78% in 2022.
The community shows characteristics of a "Transitional Community" with increasing representation of Hispanic and multiracial populations. The Hispanic population has grown from 2% in 2013 to 7% in 2022, while those identifying as two or more races increased from 3% to 6% in the same period. The Black population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 5% and 11% over the decade, with a slight decrease from 11% in 2013 to 7% in 2022.
The median household income has shown an upward trend, increasing from $44,212 in 2013 to $64,343 in 2022, representing a 45.5% increase over the decade. The population has experienced fluctuations, with a peak of 3,565 in 2013 and 2017, dropping to 3,133 in 2020, and then rebounding to 3,340 in 2022.
The gradual increase in diversity, particularly the growth in Hispanic and multiracial populations, aligns with broader national trends of increasing diversity in many communities across the United States. The significant increase in median income (45.5% over a decade) outpaces the national average wage growth, which typically ranges from 2-3% annually. This suggests that New Brockton may have experienced stronger economic growth compared to national averages.
The persistent low diversity, despite incremental changes, indicates that this community may be changing more slowly than many urban or suburban areas that have seen rapid demographic shifts in recent years. New Brockton remains a predominantly white, low-diversity community, but shows signs of gradual demographic change, particularly in its Hispanic and multiracial populations. This shift, coupled with significant economic growth as evidenced by rising median incomes, suggests a community in transition.
The coming years may see further diversification if current trends continue, potentially moving the area from "Low Diversity" to "Moderate Diversity" or "Transitional Community" status in the near future.
