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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 50609: Predominant White Population with Subtle Racial Shifts
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 50609 in Beaman, Iowa, is classified as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The population is 92% white, with a median income of $69,192. The community has 544 residents as of 2022 and has experienced minor demographic changes and significant economic shifts over the past decade.
Throughout the period from 2013 to 2022, Beaman has maintained its "Low Diversity" and "White Majority" status. However, slight changes in racial composition have occurred. The white population decreased from 99% in 2013 to 92% in 2022. The Hispanic population fluctuated between 0-3%. The population identifying as two or more races increased from no data available to 3% by 2022. The Black population appeared in the data from 2020 onwards, reaching 1-2%. These changes, while minimal, suggest a slow trend towards increased diversity.
The median income in Beaman has shown a significant upward trend. In 2013, it was $50,408, and by 2022, it had risen to $69,192. This represents a 37.3% increase over nine years, surpassing inflation and indicating improved economic conditions for residents. This income growth does not appear to be strongly correlated with the minor demographic shifts, as the community has remained predominantly white throughout this period.
Population figures have shown slight fluctuations. In 2013, the population was 570, and by 2022, it had decreased slightly to 544. The overall population has remained relatively stable, indicating that the community has not experienced significant migration that might dramatically alter its demographic composition.
The trend of slowly increasing diversity, even in small, predominantly white communities, aligns with broader national trends of increasing diversity across the United States. The significant increase in median income (37.3% over nine years) is notable and may surpass national averages. This could indicate that Beaman has experienced positive economic development, potentially due to local industry growth or improved job opportunities in the surrounding area. The stability of the population, combined with rising incomes, might suggest that Beaman is maintaining its appeal as a residential area, possibly attracting higher-income residents or seeing income growth among long-term residents.
In conclusion, while Beaman remains a "Low Diversity" area with a strong "White Majority," it has experienced subtle demographic shifts towards slightly increased diversity over the past decade. More significantly, the community has seen substantial economic growth as evidenced by the rising median income. These trends suggest a stable, economically improving community that is experiencing gradual, minor changes in its racial composition, potentially setting the stage for a slow transition towards increased diversity in the future.
