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Demographic Transition in Zip Code 20637: From Low Diversity to White Majority with Increasing Racial Representation
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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 20637 in Hughesville, Maryland, is classified as a "White Majority" community with moderate diversity as of 2022. The white population constitutes 56% of the total, with significant Black (26%) and multiracial (10%) populations contributing to the demographic composition. The area's median income of $111,029 in 2022 indicates an affluent community.
Over the past decade, Hughesville has transitioned from a "Low Diversity" community to one with "Moderate Diversity." In 2013, 77% of the population identified as white, decreasing to 56% by 2022. The Black population increased from 18% in 2013 to 26% in 2022, while the percentage of residents identifying as two or more races grew from negligible to 10%. The Hispanic population increased slightly from 2% to 4%, and the Asian population from 3% to 3%.
The median income in Hughesville has fluctuated over the past decade, peaking at $142,411 in 2015 and reaching its lowest point at $110,851 in 2020. Despite these variations, the area has maintained a high median income above $100,000 throughout the period. The highest income period (2013-2016) coincided with the early stages of demographic transition when the community was still predominantly white.
The population has grown from 5,389 in 2013 to 6,298 in 2022, an increase of about 17%. This population growth has occurred alongside increasing diversity, suggesting that the area is attracting a more diverse group of residents.
The demographic shifts observed in Hughesville align with broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas. Many suburbs across the United States have seen growth in minority populations, particularly in Black and multiracial residents, over the past decade.
The high median income of Hughesville, even as it has become more diverse, suggests that the area is attracting affluent residents from various racial backgrounds. This could indicate that Hughesville is becoming an attractive destination for upwardly mobile minority families.
The stability of the high median income despite demographic changes is notable. In some areas, rapid demographic shifts can lead to more significant economic changes, but Hughesville appears to be maintaining its economic status while becoming more diverse.
Hughesville represents a community in transition, moving from low diversity to moderate diversity while maintaining a high economic status. This evolution reflects broader national trends towards suburban diversity but stands out for its ability to maintain high median incomes throughout this transition.
