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Demographic Transition in Zip Code 30519: From White Majority to Moderate 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 30519 in Buford, Georgia, is classified as a "Moderate Diversity" area as of 2022. The population is 54,571 with a median income of $94,395. This community has undergone significant demographic changes over the past decade, transitioning from a predominantly white community to one with a more balanced racial composition. No single minority group constitutes a majority in this area.
The demographic shifts in this zip code are evident from the data. In 2013, the community was classified as having a "White Majority" with 63% of the population identifying as white. By 2022, this percentage had decreased to 44%. The percentage of Hispanic residents increased from 9% in 2013 to 20% in 2022, while the Black population grew from 10% to 19% in the same period. The Asian population more than doubled from 5% in 2013 to 12% in 2022. The percentage of individuals identifying as two or more races increased from less than 1% to 4% over the decade.
Economic trends in the area show an overall upward trajectory. The median income increased from $91,314 in 2013 to $94,395 in 2022, with some fluctuations in between. The population has grown significantly, from 41,667 in 2013 to 54,571 in 2022, a 31% increase. This growth coincides with the increasing diversity, suggesting the area has become more attractive to a wider range of demographic groups.
Despite the significant demographic shifts, the area has maintained a relatively high median income. This suggests that the increasing diversity has not led to economic decline, and may be associated with economic growth and stability.
The demographic shifts observed in this zip code align with broader national trends of increasing diversity, particularly in suburban areas. The growth in Hispanic and Asian populations mirrors similar patterns seen in many parts of the United States, especially in the Southeast. The maintenance of high median incomes alongside increasing diversity is noteworthy, as it counters some stereotypes about demographic change and economic outcomes.
The rapid population growth (31% over a decade) is significantly higher than the national average, which was around 7.4% from 2010 to 2020. This suggests that Buford, and particularly this zip code, is an area of significant economic opportunity and development within Georgia.
Zip code 30519 in Buford, Georgia, has undergone a transformation over the past decade, evolving from a predominantly white community to one of moderate diversity. This transition has been accompanied by steady economic growth and significant population increase.
