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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 43010: A Study of Racial Homogeneity
CATEGORY
Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
DATA SOURCE
United States Census Bureau: American Community Survey Data (ACS)
Zip code 43010, corresponding to Catawba in Ohio, is categorized as a "Low Diversity" community. As of 2022, the area has a population of 15 people, with a racial composition that is 100% white. This small and homogeneous population presents a case study in demographic analysis.
From 2013 to 2022, Catawba has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community. The racial composition has remained white, with the percentage of white residents at 100% for most years, with a decrease to 94% in 2020 before returning to 100% in 2021 and 2022. This stability in racial composition is likely due to the small population size, which limits the potential for demographic changes.
There have been fluctuations in median income over the past decade. The median income increased from $60,462 in 2013 to $71,538 in 2021, before decreasing to $67,006 in 2022. This represents an overall increase of 10.8% from 2013 to 2022.
The population has remained stable at 16 individuals from 2010 to 2020, with a decrease to 15 individuals in 2021 and 2022. This minimal change in population, combined with the fluctuations in median income, suggests that economic changes are likely due to shifts in individual household incomes rather than broader demographic changes.
The homogeneity and small population of Catawba make it an outlier in demographic analyses. While many rural areas in the United States have predominantly white populations, it is unusual to see such a small community maintain 100% racial homogeneity over an extended period.
The income growth observed in Catawba aligns with broader trends of economic recovery and growth in the United States following the 2008 financial crisis. However, the specific patterns of income fluctuation in such a small community are likely more influenced by individual household circumstances than by broader economic trends.
With such a small population, minor changes can have significant effects on percentage-based statistics. The loss or gain of a single resident, or a change in one household's income, can significantly impact the overall demographic and economic profile of the community.
Catawba has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community with a stable population, but has experienced economic fluctuations. This case study highlights the limitations of applying standard demographic analysis techniques to extremely small communities and underscores the need for careful interpretation of data in such contexts.
