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Demographic Evolution of Zip Code 49418: White Majority and Gradual Racial Diversification
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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 49418 in Grandville, Michigan, is categorized as a "White Majority" community with "Low Diversity" as of 2022. The area has a population of 29,681 and a median income of $80,041. The white population remains dominant at 83%, but there are indications of gradual diversification over the past decade.
Throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), the community has consistently maintained a "White Majority" status, with the white population comprising over 80% of residents. A slight downward trend is observed from 87% in 2013 to 83% in 2022. Despite being categorized as "Low Diversity," the community shows signs of slow but steady diversification. The Hispanic population increased from 5% in 2013 to 6% in 2022. The Asian population grew from 1% to 3%. The Black population rose from 1% to 4%. The percentage of people identifying as two or more races doubled from 2% to 4%.
These gradual changes suggest that Grandville is exhibiting characteristics of a "Transitional Community," particularly with the growth in Hispanic, Asian, and multiracial populations. The median income has shown a significant upward trend, increasing from $70,676 in 2013 to $80,041 in 2022, representing a 13.2% growth over the decade. The population has grown from 27,523 in 2013 to 29,681 in 2022, an increase of 7.8%. The gradual increase in diversity appears to correlate with rising median incomes, suggesting that the area may be attracting a more diverse, affluent population.
The demographic shifts in Grandville, though gradual, align with broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas. The significant increase in median income (13.2% over a decade) outpaces the national average inflation rate, indicating real economic growth in the area. The persistent "White Majority" status, despite increasing diversity, suggests that Grandville may be diversifying at a slower rate compared to national averages for similar suburban areas.
Zip code 49418 in Grandville, Michigan, remains a predominantly white, low-diversity community but shows signs of gradual diversification and economic growth. These trends suggest a slowly evolving demographic landscape that may continue to shift in the coming years, potentially moving towards moderate diversity if current trends persist. The correlation between increasing diversity and rising median incomes may indicate that the area is becoming more attractive to a wider range of demographic groups, potentially driving further changes in the community's social and economic fabric.
