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Demographic Analysis of Leigh, Nebraska (68643): Predominantly White Population with Slight Hispanic Growth
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Leigh, Nebraska (zip code 68643) exhibits a demographic profile characterized by low diversity and a strong white majority. As of 2022, the community is categorized as "Low Diversity," with 95% of the population identifying as white. This small rural community, with a population of 756 in 2022, has maintained a relatively stable racial composition over the past decade, with minor fluctuations.
Throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), Leigh has consistently maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community with a clear "White Majority." The white population has remained above 95% for most of the observed years, with only slight variations. There have been no significant transitions between diversity categories, indicating a stable racial composition.
There are subtle signs of incremental change. The Hispanic population has gradually increased from 0% in 2013 to 4% in 2022. The population identifying as two or more races has remained consistently around 1% since 2014. The presence of other racial groups (Asian, Black, Native American, Pacific Islander) has been minimal to non-existent throughout the period. These minor shifts suggest that while Leigh remains predominantly white, there are early indications of a very slow trend towards slightly increased diversity, primarily driven by growth in the Hispanic population.
The median income in Leigh has shown a general upward trend over the past decade. In 2013, the median income was $59,150. By 2022, it had increased to $70,687, representing a growth of about 19.5% over nine years. This increase in median income has occurred alongside minor fluctuations in population. The population decreased from 779 in 2013 to 756 in 2022, a decline of about 3%. There were some fluctuations, with the population reaching a peak of 831 in 2017 before declining again.
The increase in median income despite a slight population decline suggests that the community has experienced economic growth, potentially due to improvements in local industries or changes in employment opportunities. This economic improvement has occurred concurrently with the slight increase in Hispanic population, though it's difficult to establish a direct causal relationship between these trends given the small scale of demographic change.
Leigh's demographic stability contrasts with broader national trends. Many rural areas across the United States have experienced more significant demographic shifts, often seeing increases in racial diversity. The slow pace of change in Leigh suggests it may be somewhat insulated from larger demographic trends affecting more urban or economically diverse areas. The economic growth seen in Leigh, with a 19.5% increase in median income over nine years, is positive but modest compared to national averages. For context, the U.S. median household income grew by about 10.3% between 2013 and 2019 alone (adjusted for inflation).
Leigh represents a stable, predominantly white community that has experienced modest economic growth over the past decade. While there are early signs of increasing diversity, primarily through growth in the Hispanic population, these changes are occurring at a much slower pace than in many other parts of the country. The community's ability to maintain population levels and increase median income suggests a degree of economic resilience, though the lack of significant demographic change may present both opportunities and challenges for future growth and development.
