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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 93524 (Edwards AFB, California) is classified as a "White Majority" community with moderate diversity as of 2022. The white population constitutes 60% of the total, while Hispanic (17%) and Black (13%) populations form significant minorities. The median income for 2022 is $75,167, which exceeds the national average.
Edwards AFB has transitioned from a "Low Diversity" community to one with "Moderate Diversity" over the past decade. In 2013, the area was categorized as "White Majority" with 65% of the population being white. The white population percentage has steadily decreased to 60% by 2022, maintaining its "White Majority" status throughout the decade.
The Hispanic population has shown the most significant growth, increasing from 15% in 2013 to 17% in 2022, with fluctuations in between. The Black population has also increased, particularly in recent years, rising from 5% in 2020 to 13% in 2022. This sudden increase suggests a potential influx of Black residents or a change in race reporting methods in the community.
The Asian population has remained relatively stable, showing a slight increase from 2% to 3-4% over the decade. The community has consistently maintained a small but significant "Two or More Races" population, ranging from 6-8% throughout the period. These shifts indicate that Edwards AFB is moving towards becoming a more diverse community, though it has not yet reached the threshold for "High Diversity" as defined in demographic terms.
The median income in Edwards AFB has fluctuated over the past decade. From 2013 to 2019, there was a general upward trend, with median income rising from $64,253 to a peak of $80,949. Since 2019, there has been a slight decline, with the 2022 median income settling at $75,167. The period of increasing diversity (2013-2022) roughly correlates with the overall increase in median income, suggesting a possible link between the influx of diverse populations and economic opportunities in the area.
The demographic shifts observed in Edwards AFB align with broader national trends towards increasing diversity, particularly in military communities. The increase in Hispanic and Black populations reflects similar patterns seen in many parts of California and the United States as a whole. The median income in Edwards AFB ($75,167 in 2022) is higher than the national median household income (approximately $67,521 as of 2020), which is consistent with many military communities that often offer stable employment and benefits.
Edwards AFB, as a Census Designated Place associated with a military base, may experience more rapid demographic shifts than typical civilian communities due to military personnel rotations and changing base assignments. The community is transitioning from a low-diversity, predominantly white community to a moderately diverse one with a strong white majority. This demographic evolution, coupled with generally increasing median incomes, suggests a community in transition, likely influenced by changing military assignments and broader societal trends towards diversity.