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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 51234: White Majority and Racial Composition from 2013-2022
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 51234, encompassing Boyden, Iowa, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community as of 2022. The population is predominantly white, with 92% identifying as such. The median income is $69,036, showing a moderate increase over the past decade. The community has a population of 1,075 in 2022.
Throughout the period from 2013 to 2022, Boyden has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community. The white population has consistently remained the majority, never falling below 89% of the total population. Minor fluctuations in diversity have occurred. The Hispanic population increased from 3% in 2013 to a peak of 9% in 2017-2018 and 2020-2021, before decreasing to 6% in 2022. By 2022, small percentages of Black (1%) and Two or More Races (1%) populations were recorded.
The economic landscape of Boyden has shown overall growth with some fluctuations. The median income increased from $62,941 in 2013 to $69,036 in 2022, representing a 9.7% growth over the decade. The population has varied, peaking at 1,265 in 2018 and then declining to 1,075 by 2022, a 15% decrease in recent years. The periods of highest Hispanic representation (2017-2021) coincided with some of the higher median income years, particularly 2019-2021.
The demographic makeup and low population density of Boyden are typical of many rural Midwestern communities, which often have lower diversity compared to urban areas. The steady increase in median income aligns with broader national trends of economic recovery and growth following the 2008 recession. The recent population decline might be part of a larger trend of rural depopulation seen in many parts of the Midwest.
Boyden has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community over the past decade. There are subtle signs of demographic shifts and economic changes. The slight increase in Hispanic population and the emergence of small percentages of other racial groups, coupled with overall income growth, suggest a community that is experiencing gradual change while maintaining its core demographic character. The recent population decline may pose challenges for the community's future growth and development.
