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Demographic Shifts in Zip Code 11790: White Majority with Increasing Asian and Hispanic Populations
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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 11790, corresponding to Stony Brook, New York, is classified as a "White Majority" community with moderate diversity as of 2022. The area has a population of 16,014 and a median income of $128,778. The racial composition consists of 67% white, 20% Asian, and 9% Hispanic populations.
Over the past decade, Stony Brook has maintained its "White Majority" status while experiencing increasing diversity. The white population decreased from 72% in 2013 to 67% in 2022, while the Asian population increased from 15% to 20%, and the Hispanic population from 6% to 9%. This trend indicates a gradual transition towards a more diverse community, though not yet reaching the threshold for "Moderate Diversity". The consistent increase in minority populations suggests a "Transitional Community" status.
The increasing diversity has coincided with fluctuations in median income. The median income peaked at $150,825 in 2014 and declined to $128,778 in 2022, a decrease of about 14.6%. The population has also seen a slight decline from 16,935 in 2013 to 16,014 in 2022, a decrease of about 5.4%.
The demographic shifts in Stony Brook align with broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas near major metropolitan centers. The growth in Asian and Hispanic populations is consistent with national patterns of immigration and internal migration. However, the decline in median income is somewhat atypical for an affluent suburb with increasing diversity.
The persistence of a white majority, despite increasing diversity, suggests that Stony Brook may be changing more slowly than some other suburban areas near major cities. This could be due to factors such as housing costs, local policies, or the presence of established institutions that influence demographic patterns.
Stony Brook presents a case of gradual diversification in an affluent, predominantly white community. It shows signs of being a "Transitional Community" moving towards greater diversity. The economic implications of these changes are mixed, with declining incomes potentially signaling broader shifts in the local economy or changes in the socioeconomic status of new residents. As this transition continues, it will be important to monitor how these demographic shifts impact community dynamics, local services, and economic opportunities in the area.
