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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 50225: Predominantly White Community with Subtle Shifts
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Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 50225 in Pleasantville, Iowa, is categorized as a "Low Diversity" community with a "Racial Majority" as of 2022. The area is predominantly white, comprising 92% of the population, with a median income of $69,160. This demographic profile has maintained relative stability over the past decade, though subtle shifts indicate the potential for increased diversity in the future.
From 2013 to 2022, Pleasantville has consistently maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community with a strong "White Majority." However, gradual changes are evident. The white population decreased from 96% in 2013 to 92% in 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 1% in 2013 to 2% in 2022, with a peak of 7% in 2020. The population identifying as two or more races increased from 1% in 2013 to 3% in 2022. These modest changes suggest the community may be in the early stages of becoming a "Transitional Community," albeit at a slow pace.
The median income has shown significant growth, rising from $57,806 in 2013 to $69,160 in 2022, an increase of about 19.6%. This economic improvement correlates with the subtle demographic shifts. As the community became slightly more diverse, median income generally increased. The peak in Hispanic population in 2020 coincided with a substantial jump in median income from $61,959 in 2019 to $67,306 in 2020. The population has grown from 2,812 in 2013 to 3,258 in 2022, suggesting the area is becoming more attractive, possibly due to economic opportunities.
Pleasantville remains significantly less diverse than many urban areas in the United States, despite becoming slightly more diverse. The gradual increase in median income aligns with national trends of economic recovery post-2008 recession and the economic boom leading up to the COVID-19 pandemic. The community's demographic changes, though small, reflect broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban and rural areas. However, the pace of change in Pleasantville appears slower than national averages, maintaining its character as a predominantly white, middle-income community.
The economic growth outpaces inflation, suggesting real improvements in living standards. This could be attracting a more diverse population, albeit slowly, as evidenced by the subtle shifts in racial composition. While Pleasantville remains a "Low Diversity" community with a strong "White Majority," subtle demographic shifts and consistent economic growth suggest it may be in the early stages of a long-term transition towards greater diversity. These changes, though gradual, could have significant implications for local culture, services, and community dynamics in the coming decades if the trends continue or accelerate.
