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Demographic Trends in Zip Code 12061: White Majority with Increasing 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
The zip code 12061 in East Greenbush, New York, is classified as a "White Majority" community with a median income of $101,059 as of 2022. The area exhibits "Low Diversity," with the white population comprising 84% of the total. Signs of gradual diversification have been observed over the past decade.
Throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), the community has consistently maintained a "White Majority" status. The white population percentage has declined from 87% in 2013 to 84% in 2022. While still categorized as "Low Diversity," the community shows signs of becoming a "Transitional Community." This is evidenced by the steady increase in Hispanic and Asian populations. The Hispanic population grew from 5% in 2013 to 8% in 2022, and the Asian population increased from 1% in 2013 to 5% in 2022. The Black population has remained relatively constant, fluctuating between 1-2% throughout the decade.
The median income has shown an upward trend, increasing from $85,754 in 2013 to $101,059 in 2022, representing an 18% growth over the decade. The population has grown from 8,340 in 2013 to 8,979 in 2022, a 7.7% increase, indicating a growing attractiveness of the area.
The increasing diversity, particularly the growth in Asian and Hispanic populations, correlates with the rising median income. This suggests that the area may be attracting more diverse, high-skilled professionals. The steady population growth alongside increasing diversity and rising incomes points to the area becoming more attractive to a wider range of demographic groups, potentially due to economic opportunities or quality of life factors.
The trends observed in this zip code align with broader patterns seen in many suburban areas across the United States. Many traditionally white-majority suburbs have been experiencing increased racial and ethnic diversity over the past decades. The correlation between increasing diversity and rising median incomes is consistent with national trends where diverse suburbs often show strong economic growth. The growth in the Asian population, coupled with rising incomes, may reflect a national trend of high-skilled immigrants settling in suburban areas.
East Greenbush (12061) remains a predominantly white, low-diversity area, but it shows clear signs of transitioning towards greater diversity. This demographic shift, coupled with strong economic growth, suggests a community in the early stages of transformation, potentially driven by broader regional economic factors and changing settlement patterns of diverse populations.
