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Demographic Shifts in Zip Code 08029: From White Majority to Increasing Racial 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
The zip code 08029 in Glendora, New Jersey, is classified as a White Majority community with increasing diversity as of 2022. The area has a population of 5,688 and a median household income of $74,277. The community is predominantly white (78%) but has experienced significant demographic changes over the past decade.
From 2013 to 2022, Glendora transitioned from a Low Diversity area with 95% white population to a Moderate Diversity area with 78% white population. The Black population increased from 0% to 9%, and the Hispanic population grew from 3% to 10% during this period. These changes suggest that Glendora is becoming a Transitional Community with gradually changing neighborhood dynamics.
The area has shown economic fluctuations and resilience. The median household income peaked at $81,138 in 2021 before declining to $74,277 in 2022. Despite these fluctuations, there has been an overall upward trend in income from $68,719 in 2013 to $74,277 in 2022, indicating economic resilience during demographic changes.
The population has grown by 19% from 4,770 in 2013 to 5,688 in 2022, aligning with the increasing diversity and suggesting that the area may be attracting new residents from various backgrounds.
The trends observed in Glendora align with broader national patterns of increasing diversity in suburban areas. The growth in Hispanic and Black populations reflects similar trends seen in many parts of the United States, particularly in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions.
The economic resilience of the area, as evidenced by the generally increasing median income despite demographic shifts, is noteworthy. This suggests that the community has been able to integrate new residents without significant economic disruption.
Glendora (08029) is undergoing a gradual but significant demographic transition. While still maintaining a White Majority, it is evolving towards greater diversity. This change is accompanied by population growth and economic stability, indicating a dynamic community adapting to changing demographics. The area's ability to maintain and even increase median income levels during this transition suggests a relatively smooth integration process.
