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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 35054 in Pell City, Alabama, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The area has a population of 4,048 and a median income of $47,628, which has decreased from the previous year. This zip code covers 21.65 square miles, with an estimated 1,551 housing units based on the national average household size.
Over the past decade, this zip code has maintained its status as a "White Majority" area, with the white population consistently above 75%. From 2013 to 2017, the community was classified as having "Moderate Diversity," with the Black population ranging from 13% to 18%. From 2018 onwards, the area transitioned back to "Low Diversity" as the white population increased to over 80%, reaching 90% by 2022. There has been a gradual decrease in the Black population from 18% in 2013 to 8% in 2022, indicating a potential "Transitional Community" status towards less diversity. The Hispanic population has remained consistently low, never exceeding 3%.
The median income in this zip code has shown significant fluctuations over the years. From 2013 to 2019, the median income was relatively stable, ranging from $51,635 to $58,283. In 2020, there was a sharp decline to $49,649, possibly due to the COVID-19 pandemic. 2021 experienced an unexpected surge to $73,993, followed by a dramatic drop to $47,628 in 2022. These economic shifts do not seem to directly correlate with the demographic changes. However, the increasing "Low Diversity" status coincides with a period of economic volatility, particularly the sharp income decline in 2022.
Population trends have been relatively stable, fluctuating between 3,264 and 4,403 over the decade. The most recent trend shows an increase from 3,714 in 2020 to 4,403 in 2021, followed by a slight decrease to 4,048 in 2022.
The trend towards increasing racial homogeneity in this zip code contrasts with many urban and suburban areas across the U.S., which are generally becoming more diverse. The economic volatility, particularly the sharp income decline in 2022, may reflect broader economic challenges faced by small cities or rural areas in the post-pandemic era. The consistent "White Majority" status aligns with broader demographic patterns in many parts of Alabama and the broader Southern United States, where racial segregation patterns often persist.
In conclusion, while this zip code has maintained its "White Majority" status over the decade, it has experienced subtle demographic shifts and significant economic fluctuations. These changes suggest a community that, while relatively stable in its racial composition, is facing economic challenges that may influence its future demographic and socioeconomic landscape.