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Demographic Shifts in Zip Code 08610: From White Majority to Diverse Community
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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 08610 in White Horse, New Jersey, has undergone significant demographic changes from 2013 to 2022. In 2013, the area was categorized as "White Majority" with 62% of the population identifying as White. By 2022, it transitioned to a "Majority-Minority" community with "Moderate Diversity." The current racial composition shows a Hispanic plurality (38%), followed by White (43%), Black (13%), and Asian (5%) populations. This shift occurred gradually, with the White population falling below 50% around 2017-2018.
The Hispanic population demonstrated the most substantial growth, increasing from 22% in 2013 to 38% in 2022. This trend indicates the area is becoming a "Transitional Community" with a growing Hispanic influence. The Black population remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 12-20% over the decade. The Asian population, while still a small percentage, more than doubled from 2% in 2013 to 5% in 2022, contributing to the area's increasing diversity.
Economic trends in the zip code show overall growth in median household income, rising from $67,876 in 2013 to $74,512 in 2022, an increase of about 9.8%. However, this growth was not linear. There were periods of decline, particularly between 2013 and 2016, where median income dropped to a low of $61,962. This period coincided with the initial stages of the demographic shift towards greater diversity.
A significant increase in median income occurred between 2019 and 2021, rising from $67,488 to $82,463, suggesting improved economic conditions coinciding with the stabilization of the new demographic makeup. The population has grown steadily from 30,930 in 2013 to 34,458 in 2022, an increase of about 11.4%. This growth aligns with the increasing diversity and may reflect the area's attractiveness to various ethnic groups.
The demographic shifts observed in this zip code align with broader national trends of increasing diversity, particularly in suburban areas. The growth of the Hispanic population mirrors national patterns, where Hispanics have been the fastest-growing major ethnic group in the United States. The economic fluctuations reflect national economic patterns influenced by recovery from the 2008 financial crisis and the subsequent economic expansion.
The transition from a White Majority to a Majority-Minority community is indicative of changing demographics in many parts of the country, especially in areas near major metropolitan centers. This shift often brings cultural changes, potentially influencing local businesses, schools, and community services to adapt to a more diverse population. The recent economic growth, coupled with increasing diversity, suggests that the area has successfully navigated this demographic transition. However, it will be important to monitor how this diversity continues to evolve and its long-term impacts on local economic and social structures.
