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Demographic Transition in Zip Code 07643: From White Plurality to Moderate Diversity
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 07643 in Little Ferry, New Jersey, transitioned from a "White Plurality" area in 2013 to a "Moderate Diversity" area by 2022. In 2022, no single racial group exceeded 50% of the population, with White at 38%, Hispanic at 37%, and Asian at 21%. The median income was $83,533 in 2022, indicating a relatively affluent suburban setting.
Over the past decade, Little Ferry experienced a significant shift in its racial composition. The Hispanic population increased from 23% in 2013 to 37% in 2022, while the White population decreased from 47% to 38%. The Asian population remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 21-30% over the decade. The Black population saw a slight increase from 2% to 4% during this period.
The demographic changes occurred alongside fluctuations in median income. From 2013 to 2022, the median income increased from $81,317 to $83,533, with notable variations in between. There was a sharp decline to $68,191 in 2017, followed by a recovery and peak of $92,961 in 2021. The population grew modestly from 10,725 in 2013 to 11,038 in 2022, indicating a stable community with gradual growth.
The economic fluctuations do not appear to directly correlate with specific racial shifts, suggesting that broader economic factors likely played a more significant role in income changes than demographic transitions.
The demographic changes in Little Ferry reflect broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas. The growth in the Hispanic population is consistent with national patterns, as Hispanic communities have been expanding in many suburban regions across the United States.
The median income in Little Ferry ($83,533 in 2022) is higher than the national median household income (approximately $70,784 in 2021), suggesting that despite demographic changes, the area has maintained its economic standing relative to national averages.
The community's transition to greater diversity without significant economic decline indicates a successful integration of different racial groups. This pattern is often seen in suburban areas near major metropolitan centers, where economic opportunities and quality of life attract diverse populations.
Little Ferry presents a case study of suburban demographic evolution, transitioning from a White Plurality to a Moderately Diverse community over the past decade. This shift, particularly marked by the growth of the Hispanic population, has occurred alongside modest economic growth and population increase, suggesting a dynamic and adapting community that maintains its appeal to a diverse range of residents.
