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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 45867: 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
Zip code 45867 in Mount Blanchard, Ohio, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community as of 2022. The population is 96% white. The median income is $72,135, which has increased over the past decade.
From 2013 to 2022, the area has maintained its "Low Diversity" status. The white population has consistently remained above 94%. There have been no significant changes in diversity categories, indicating a stable racial composition. The Hispanic population has stayed at approximately 2% since 2013. The population identifying as two or more races has varied between 0% and 2%. The data shows no significant representation of Black, Asian, Native American, or Pacific Islander populations.
The median income in Mount Blanchard has increased from $58,552 in 2013 to $72,135 in 2022, representing a growth of about 23% over nine years. This suggests an improvement in the area's economic conditions. The population has fluctuated, decreasing to 916 in 2015 but recovering to 1,068 by 2022. Despite these fluctuations, the racial composition has remained stable.
The racial homogeneity of Mount Blanchard differs from the increasing diversity observed in many parts of the United States. Many urban and suburban areas have been transitioning towards greater diversity, often categorized as "Transitional Communities" or moving towards "Moderate Diversity" or "High Diversity" status.
The increase in median income without a corresponding increase in racial diversity suggests that economic growth has primarily benefited the existing white majority population. This trend differs from patterns in some other parts of the country where economic growth often correlates with increasing diversity.
Mount Blanchard demonstrates demographic stability within a "Low Diversity" framework, combined with steady economic growth. The community has not experienced the demographic shifts seen in many other parts of the country, maintaining its predominantly white population while experiencing improvements in median income. This stability may have implications for local culture, politics, and social dynamics, potentially preserving traditional community structures while possibly limiting exposure to diverse perspectives and experiences.
