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Analysis of Racial Composition and Demographics in Zip Code 68846: Hordville, Nebraska (2013-2022)
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 68846, located in Hordville, Nebraska, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The area has a population of 271 residents and a median household income of $79,261. Over the past decade, this rural community has experienced minor demographic changes while maintaining its predominantly white composition.
From 2013 to 2022, Hordville has consistently remained a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority." The white population has stayed above 80% throughout this period, with minimal fluctuations. There are indications of a gradual increase in diversity on a small scale. The Hispanic population has grown from 3% in 2013 to 12% in 2022, showing a slow but steady diversification. By 2022, small percentages of Native American (1%) and multiracial (1%) residents were recorded, which were not present in earlier years.
The median household income in Hordville has demonstrated a significant upward trend over the past decade. It increased from $55,785 in 2013 to $79,261 in 2022, representing a 42% increase over nine years. The population has fluctuated over the years, from a low of 194 in 2010 to a peak of 287 in 2015, settling at 271 in 2022. This suggests a relatively stable community with some in-migration and out-migration.
Many rural areas in the United States have been experiencing population decline and aging populations. Hordville's ability to maintain and slightly grow its population over the decade is noteworthy in this context. The significant increase in median household income outpaces inflation and suggests that Hordville may be economically outperforming many similar rural communities. While the community remains predominantly white, the gradual increase in Hispanic residents and the emergence of small Native American and multiracial populations align with broader national trends of increasing diversity, albeit at a much slower pace than in urban areas.
Hordville represents a rural community that has maintained its traditional demographic composition while experiencing notable economic growth. The subtle increases in diversity, coupled with population stability and income growth, suggest a community that is slowly evolving while maintaining its core characteristics. These trends indicate a potentially positive outlook for the community's future, balancing economic prosperity with gradual demographic changes.
