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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 50603 (Alta Vista, Iowa): Predominant White Population and Economic Growth
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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 50603 in Alta Vista, Iowa, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The area has a population of 508 and a median income of $71,431. The racial composition is 97% white, with a 2% Hispanic presence.
Throughout the period from 2013 to 2022, Alta Vista has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority." The white population has remained above 95% during this period, with minimal fluctuations. There has not been a significant transition between diversity categories over the years.
The Hispanic population showed a slight increase from 1% in 2013 to a peak of 4% in 2018, before declining to 2% in 2022. The presence of other racial groups has been minimal and inconsistent. The Black population appeared briefly in the data at 1% in 2019 but was not consistently present in other years.
The economic situation in Alta Vista has shown improvement over the decade. The median income has risen from $45,814 in 2013 to $71,431 in 2022, representing a 56% increase over nine years. Despite the economic growth, the population has declined slightly from 539 in 2013 to 508 in 2022, a decrease of about 5.8%.
The consistent "White Majority" status of the community has coincided with significant economic growth. This growth has not led to increased racial diversity or population growth. The economic benefits may be primarily accruing to the existing white majority population. The area might not be attracting significant new residents despite economic improvements.
The median household income in Alta Vista ($71,431 in 2022) is likely above the national average, which was around $70,784 in 2021. The lack of significant racial diversity contrasts with national trends, where many areas are becoming more diverse over time. The economic growth in Alta Vista is notable, given its small population and rural setting. This growth outpaces national averages for income increases over the same period.
Alta Vista presents a case of a small, predominantly white community experiencing significant economic growth without corresponding increases in population or racial diversity. This suggests a stable community benefiting from economic improvements but not experiencing the demographic shifts often associated with such growth in more urban or diverse areas.
