Loading Content...
Demographic Trends in Zip Code 06029: Increasing Racial Diversity from 2013 to 2022
CATEGORY
Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Loading Content...
Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 06029 in Crystal Lake, Connecticut, exhibited low diversity as of 2022, with a predominantly white population of 81%. The median income in 2022 was $108,928, indicating an affluent community. From 2013 to 2022, Crystal Lake transitioned from an area of extremely low diversity to one showing signs of becoming a transitional community. In 2013, the white population constituted 96% of the total, decreasing to 81% by 2022.
The Asian population increased from 1% in 2013 to 5% in 2022, the Hispanic population grew from 0% to 6%, and the Black population increased from 0% to 4%. These shifts suggest that Crystal Lake is in the early stages of becoming a transitional community. As the community became more diverse, it also became more affluent. The median income rose from $99,101 in 2013 to $108,928 in 2022, an increase of about 10%.
The population grew from 15,749 in 2013 to 16,613 in 2022, an increase of about 5.5%. This moderate growth could be contributing to the increased diversity, as new residents moving into the area may be more likely to come from diverse backgrounds.
Crystal Lake still lags behind national averages in terms of diversity. The United States as a whole is more diverse, with non-Hispanic whites making up about 60% of the population as of 2020. However, the trends in Crystal Lake mirror broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas, particularly those with high median incomes.
The economic growth in Crystal Lake outpaces national averages. The median household income in the United States was about $70,784 in 2021, significantly lower than Crystal Lake's $121,456 for the same year. This suggests that Crystal Lake is not only becoming more diverse but is also maintaining its status as an affluent area, potentially attracting high-skilled, high-income individuals from various racial backgrounds.
Crystal Lake remains a predominantly white, affluent area, but is showing clear signs of transitioning towards greater diversity. This change is occurring alongside continued economic growth, suggesting a positive integration of new residents into the community's socio-economic fabric. If these trends continue, Crystal Lake may evolve from low diversity to moderate diversity in the coming years, reflecting broader national demographic shifts.
