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Demographic Analysis of Clayton, Idaho (83227): A Study of Racial Homogeneity
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Clayton, Idaho (zip code 83227) is categorized as a "Low Diversity" community. As of 2022, the racial composition shows a 100% white population, with a median income of $66,183 and a population of 25 residents. This demographic profile sets the stage for an analysis of its evolution over the past decade.
Throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), Clayton has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community. The white population has remained dominant, consistently above 88% and reaching 100% in recent years. There was a brief period (2015-2019) where a small Native American presence (4-5%) was recorded. However, this shift was temporary and did not significantly alter the overall demographic landscape.
The community has not transitioned between diversity categories, maintaining its low diversity status throughout. This stability in racial composition is notable, especially given the small population size where even minor changes could potentially lead to significant percentage shifts.
The median income in Clayton has shown volatility over the decade. Starting from $37,134 in 2013, it dropped to $25,629 in 2014 before beginning an upward trend. The most dramatic increase occurred between 2017 and 2019, with median income nearly doubling from $44,366 to $85,603. Recent years have seen a stabilization around the $65,000-$68,000 range.
These economic fluctuations do not appear to have significantly influenced the racial demographics of the area. The community maintained its low diversity status regardless of income levels, suggesting that economic factors may not be primary drivers of demographic change in this case.
Population figures have remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 13 and 29 residents over the decade. This small population size makes the community particularly sensitive to individual household changes, which could explain some of the volatility in median income figures.
Clayton's demographic stability contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in many areas. While many U.S. communities have experienced growing minority populations and shifts towards "Majority-Minority" or "High Diversity" status, Clayton has maintained its homogeneous racial composition.
The economic volatility observed in Clayton, particularly the sharp increase in median income between 2017 and 2019, is atypical compared to national trends. This could be attributed to the small population size, where changes in a few households can dramatically affect overall statistics.
Clayton presents a case of demographic stability in the face of economic volatility. Its persistent "Low Diversity" status and small, predominantly white population have remained constant despite significant fluctuations in median income. This profile suggests that local factors, perhaps related to its rural Idaho setting and very small population, may be more influential in shaping its demographic landscape than broader economic trends. The community's resilience in maintaining its character through economic ups and downs could be a subject for further study in rural sociology and small-town demographics.
