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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 40033: Predominantly White Population in Lebanon, Kentucky
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 40033, corresponding to Lebanon in Kentucky, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "Racial Majority" of white residents as of 2022. The population is 12,543 with a median income of $46,398. The white population comprises 82% of the total in 2022, a proportion that has remained stable over the past decade.
Throughout the period from 2013 to 2022, Lebanon has consistently maintained its "Low Diversity" categorization. The white population has remained above 80% each year, with no significant transitions between diversity categories observed. Minor demographic shifts include a decrease in the black population from 14% to 10%, an increase in the Hispanic population from 3% to 4%, and the emergence of a small Asian population (1%) along with an increase in those identifying as two or more races (from 0% to 2%) by 2022.
The median income in Lebanon has shown an upward trend, increasing from $36,281 in 2013 to $46,398 in 2022, representing a 27.9% increase over the decade. This growth correlates with the maintained racial composition, suggesting economic stability within the existing demographic structure. A significant increase in median income occurred between 2020 ($45,796) and 2021 ($53,306), followed by a decrease in 2022. The population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between approximately 12,100 and 12,500 over the decade.
Lebanon appears to be maintaining its demographic composition with only minor changes, in contrast to national trends of increasing diversity in many areas. This stability in racial makeup, combined with steady economic growth, indicates a community that has experienced less demographic change compared to national averages.
The 27.9% increase in median income over a decade outpaces inflation, suggesting real economic growth for the community. However, at $46,398 in 2022, it remains below the national median household income, which was approximately $70,784 in 2021. This suggests that while growing, the local economy may face challenges compared to national averages.
The gradual increase in the Hispanic population and those identifying as two or more races aligns with broader national trends of increasing diversity, albeit at a much slower pace in Lebanon.
Lebanon presents a picture of a stable, predominantly white community with slow but steady economic growth. While showing signs of very gradual diversification, it remains categorized as a "Low Diversity" area with a strong "Racial Majority". The economic improvements suggest a community that has found stability within its existing demographic structure, though it may face challenges in attracting or integrating a more diverse population in the future if broader national trends towards increased diversity continue.
