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Demographic Shifts in Zip Code 53129: From Low 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
Zip code 53129 in Greendale, Wisconsin, has been categorized as having Low Diversity as of 2022. The area is predominantly white, comprising 78% of the population, with a median income of $73,296. This categorization, however, does not fully reflect the demographic changes that have occurred over the past decade.
From 2013 to 2022, Greendale has been transitioning from a state of Low Diversity towards Moderate Diversity, although it has not yet reached that threshold. In 2013, the white population constituted 89% of the total, clearly falling under the Low Diversity category. By 2022, this percentage had decreased to 78%, indicating a trend towards increased diversity.
The most significant changes include an increase in the Asian population from 2% in 2013 to 6% in 2022, growth in the Hispanic population from 4% in 2013 to 10% in 2022, a slight increase in the Black population from 1% to 2%, and the emergence of a small but significant "Other" category (1-2%) and increase in "Two or More Races" from 2% to 3%. These changes suggest that Greendale is becoming a Transitional Community, with consistent increases in minority populations over the past decade.
The median income in Greendale has fluctuated over the years but shows an overall upward trend. In 2013, the median income was $76,962, and by 2022 it had reached $73,296. There was a significant peak in 2021 at $88,172. The population has grown moderately, from 13,564 in 2013 to 14,165 in 2022. This population growth, combined with the increasing diversity and generally rising median income, suggests that the area is attracting new residents from various backgrounds while maintaining its economic stability.
The trend towards increased diversity in Greendale aligns with broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas. Many suburbs across the United States have been experiencing similar demographic shifts, often driven by factors such as changing housing preferences, job opportunities, and generational changes in settlement patterns. The economic resilience of the area, as evidenced by the generally increasing median income despite demographic changes, is noteworthy. This suggests that the community has been able to integrate new residents while maintaining its economic base.
Greendale still falls under the category of Low Diversity, but it is clearly a Transitional Community. The consistent increase in minority populations, particularly Asian and Hispanic residents, coupled with steady economic indicators, indicates a suburb gradually becoming more diverse while maintaining its economic stability. If these trends continue, Greendale may shift into the Moderate Diversity category in the coming years, potentially bringing both new opportunities and challenges for community cohesion and local governance.
