Population figures have fluctuated over the years, peaking at 3,364 in 2017 and declining to 2,859 in 2022. This population decrease has not negatively impacted the median income, which continued to rise.

Gastonville's lack of racial diversity is not typical of broader national trends, which generally show increasing diversity in many communities across the United States. The economic growth, however, aligns with national trends of rising median incomes over the past decade.

Based on the observed trends, it is likely that Gastonville will maintain its "Low Diversity" status in the near future. The racial composition has shown stability over the past decade, with no indication of significant shifts towards greater diversity.

Economically, if the current trend continues, further increases in median income can be expected. However, the declining population trend could potentially impact future economic growth if it persists.

Given the minimal changes in racial composition over the past decade, it is unlikely that Gastonville will transition into a new diversity category in the immediate future. The community would need to experience a significant influx of non-white residents to move towards a "Moderate Diversity" or "Transitional Community" status, which is not indicated by the current data.

Gastonville presents a case of economic growth within a racially homogeneous community. While the lack of diversity contrasts with national trends, the economic improvements align with broader patterns of rising incomes. Future research could explore the factors contributing to this community's ability to maintain economic growth despite its lack of racial diversity and slight population decline.