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Demographic Shifts and Racial Composition in Zip Code 10552: A Decade of Change
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 10552 in Mount Vernon, New York, transitioned from a "White Plurality" area to a "Majority-Minority" area with "Moderate Diversity" between 2013 and 2022. As of 2022, the Black population represented 36%, White 35%, and Hispanic 18% of the total population. The median income in 2022 was $88,644, a decrease from the previous year but higher than a decade ago.
Over the past decade, this zip code underwent a transformation in its racial composition. The White population declined from 46% in 2013 to 35% in 2022. The Black population remained relatively stable at 36%. The Hispanic population increased from 10% in 2013 to 18% in 2022. Asian and multi-racial populations saw modest increases.
The median income showed significant volatility over the past decade. It rose from $87,206 in 2013 to a peak of $106,590 in 2021, then decreased to $88,644 in 2022. This economic fluctuation coincided with demographic shifts, suggesting possible correlations. The initial rise in median income occurred alongside increasing diversity, while the sharp decline in 2022 might be related to broader economic factors.
The population remained relatively stable, fluctuating between about 18,000 and 21,000 residents over the decade. This suggests that demographic changes are more likely due to internal shifts or replacement migration rather than significant population growth.
These trends align with broader patterns observed in many urban and suburban areas across the United States. The transition to a "Majority-Minority" area reflects national trends towards increased diversity, especially in metropolitan regions. The economic fluctuations, particularly the recent decline, may be part of wider economic challenges faced by many communities.
Zip code 10552 exemplifies a community in transition, both demographically and economically. Its evolution from a "White Plurality" to a "Majority-Minority" area with "Moderate Diversity" over the past decade reflects broader national trends towards increased racial and ethnic diversity. The economic volatility, particularly the recent decline in median income, suggests ongoing challenges that may be influencing or influenced by these demographic shifts. This interplay between racial composition and economic factors will likely continue to shape the community's development in the coming years.
