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Analysis of Demographic Composition and Racial Distribution in Zip Code 66204
CATEGORY
Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 66204 in Overland Park, Kansas, is categorized as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The area has a population of 18,914 and a median income of $70,418. This analysis examines the community's evolution over the past decade.
Throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), the zip code has maintained its "White Majority" status, with the white population representing over 70% of the total. The white population percentage has slightly decreased from 74% in 2013 to 73% in 2022. The black population has increased from 6% in 2013 to 9% in 2022. The Hispanic population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 12% and 15% over the decade. The Asian population has remained consistently low at 1-2% throughout the period. The percentage of individuals identifying as two or more races has shown a slight increase from 3% in 2013 to 4% in 2021, before returning to 3% in 2022.
The median income in the zip code has shown significant growth over the analyzed period. From 2013 to 2022, the median income increased from $57,145 to $70,418, representing a 23% growth over the decade. The most significant increase occurred between 2019 and 2021, with the median income increasing from $66,407 to $78,588, an 18% increase in two years. There was a slight decrease in median income from 2021 to 2022, dropping from $78,588 to $70,418.
These economic trends correlate with the subtle demographic shifts observed. The overall increase in median income could be attracting a more diverse population to the area, particularly evident in the growth of the black population percentage.
Population figures have remained relatively stable over the decade, with minor fluctuations. The population in 2013 was 19,145, and in 2022 it was 18,914, representing a slight decrease of about 1.2%. This stability suggests that while the area is experiencing some demographic and economic changes, it is not undergoing rapid growth or decline.
The increase in median income in this zip code aligns with broader national trends of economic recovery and growth following the 2008 financial crisis. The subtle shift towards increased diversity reflects a broader national trend of increasing diversity in suburban areas. The stability in population figures suggests that this zip code is a relatively established community experiencing gradual change rather than rapid transformation.
Zip code 66204 in Overland Park, Kansas, remains a "Low Diversity" area with a strong "White Majority," but there are signs of gradual diversification and significant economic growth. These trends suggest a community in slow transition, potentially moving towards increased diversity and prosperity in the coming years.
