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Demographic Analysis of Terry, Montana: A Predominantly White Community with Subtle Diversity Changes
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Terry, Montana, is a small community with a population of 163 as of 2022. Terry can be categorized as having "Low Diversity," with a clear white majority consistently above 90% throughout the observed period. The median income in 2022 was $44,699, showing modest growth over the past decade.
Terry has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community throughout the observed period. The white population has consistently represented over 90% of the total, with only minor fluctuations. However, there are subtle signs of increasing diversity: The Asian population has grown from no recorded presence to 4% by 2022. A small Hispanic population (1%) has been consistently present since 2015. In 2022, a new "other" category appeared, representing 5% of the population. These changes, while small, indicate a slight trend towards increased diversity, though not enough to shift the town out of the "Low Diversity" category.
The median income in Terry has shown overall growth, increasing from $38,657 in 2013 to $44,699 in 2022, a rise of about 15.6% over nine years. This growth, while positive, has not been consistent: There was a significant jump in median income from 2016 to 2017 (from $44,621 to $51,603). A subsequent decline occurred from 2017 to 2019, dropping to $43,899. Since 2019, there has been a steady but modest increase in median income. The population has fluctuated slightly over the years, with no clear trend of growth or decline. It peaked at 180 in 2016 and has since stabilized around 160-170 residents.
Terry's demographic makeup is notably less diverse than the United States as a whole. The town's modest income growth roughly aligns with national trends, but the absolute values are likely below national averages for median household income.
Based on the observed trends, Terry is likely to remain in the "Low Diversity" category in the near future. However, the gradual increase in minority populations, particularly Asian and "other" categories, suggests a slow transition towards slightly more diversity. If this trend continues, Terry might eventually move into a "Moderate Diversity" category, but this would likely take many years at the current rate of change.
Economically, the town appears to be on a path of slow, steady growth in median income. Barring any significant economic shifts, this trend is likely to continue, potentially leading to improved economic conditions for residents over time.
Terry represents a stable, predominantly white community with signs of very gradual diversification and economic growth. While changes are occurring, they are happening at a pace that suggests the town's fundamental character is likely to remain largely unchanged in the immediate future.
