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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 41719: A Predominantly White Community
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 41719 in Hazard, Kentucky, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community as of 2022. The population is 93% white, with a total of 1,281 residents. This area has experienced some demographic and economic changes over the past decade.
Throughout the past decade, this zip code has maintained its "Low Diversity" status. The white population has consistently remained the majority, never falling below 87% of the total population. Minor shifts have occurred in other racial categories. The Asian population comprised 6-7% from 2013 to 2016, then decreased to 1% in recent years before rising to 4% in 2022. The population identifying as two or more races has fluctuated between 1-4% throughout the decade. Black and Hispanic populations have maintained a very low presence, often at 0% or 1% of the population.
The median income in this zip code has shown significant fluctuations over the past decade. From 2013-2015, it ranged from about $29,000 to $33,000. Between 2016-2018, it increased to the $51,000-$55,000 range. In 2019, it peaked at $75,129, the highest in the decade. From 2020-2022, it slightly declined and stabilized around $60,000-$63,000. These economic shifts do not appear to strongly correlate with the minor demographic changes observed.
Population trends indicate modest growth, increasing from 906 in 2010 to 1,281 in 2022. This growth has not significantly impacted the racial composition of the area.
This community's demographic profile differs significantly from national averages. While the United States has been trending towards greater diversity, with the white population decreasing as a percentage of the total, this zip code has maintained its overwhelmingly white demographic composition.
The economic trends observed, particularly the significant income increases from 2016 onwards, may reflect broader economic improvements seen in parts of the United States during this period. However, the dramatic fluctuations, especially the 2019 spike, suggest local factors may have played a significant role in these changes.
In conclusion, while this zip code has experienced notable economic changes over the past decade, its demographic composition has remained stable, maintaining its status as a "Low Diversity" community. The lack of correlation between economic and demographic changes suggests that local economic factors, rather than demographic shifts, have been the primary drivers of change in this community.
