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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 50028 in Baxter, Iowa, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community as of 2022. The population is 97% white, with a median income of $70,877 and a total population of 1,602.
From 2013 to 2022, Baxter has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community. The white population has consistently remained above 97%. In 2019, 1% of the population began identifying as two or more races. By 2021-2022, a 1% Hispanic population emerged, alongside the 1% identifying as two or more races. These changes have not altered the community's diversity classification.
The median income in Baxter has increased over the past decade. From 2013 to 2022, it rose from $58,342 to $70,877, a 21.5% increase. The most significant increase occurred between 2018 and 2019, with a 9.6% rise. The highest median income was $75,713 in 2021, before slightly decreasing in 2022.
Population figures have fluctuated, ranging from 1,379 in 2017 to 1,627 in 2012. The 2022 population of 1,602 represents a slight increase from previous years. These economic trends suggest growing prosperity in the community, although this has not significantly altered the racial composition of the area.
Baxter's persistent lack of diversity contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in many urban and suburban areas. The steady increase in median income aligns with broader economic recovery and growth trends seen across much of the United States in the past decade. The slight increase in Hispanic population, while small, mirrors larger national trends of growing Hispanic communities across various parts of the country.
In conclusion, Baxter has experienced economic growth and minor shifts towards increased diversity, but remains a predominantly white, low-diversity community. The economic prosperity has not led to significant demographic changes, suggesting strong community stability or possibly limited opportunities or appeal for more diverse populations. Future years will reveal whether the recent, slight increases in diversity represent the beginning of a longer-term trend or remain as minor fluctuations in an otherwise stable demographic landscape.