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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 52329: Persistent White Majority in Rowley, Iowa
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
This study examines the demographic composition of zip code 52329 in Rowley, Iowa, from 2013 to 2022. The area is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority." As of 2022, 98% of the population identifies as white. The median income in 2022 was $72,400, and the population was 818.
Throughout the study period, Rowley maintained its "Low Diversity" status with a "White Majority." The percentage of white residents remained above 96% from 2013 to 2022, indicating minimal change in racial composition. Minor fluctuations occurred in other racial categories, but these did not significantly alter the overall demographic makeup.
The Black population decreased from 3% in 2013 to 0% by 2016 and remained at that level. The Hispanic population fluctuated between 0% and 1% since 2016. In 2022, there was a slight increase in the "Two or More Races" category to 2%. Despite these minor changes, the community has not transitioned between diversity categories.
The median income in Rowley showed a general upward trend over the past decade, increasing from $70,003 in 2013 to $72,400 in 2022. This represents a 3.4% growth over nine years. Notable economic trends include a dip in median income to $65,603 in 2014, followed by recovery and steady growth until 2019. The median income peaked at $75,082 in 2021, before slightly decreasing in 2022. The population grew from 702 in 2013 to 818 in 2022, an increase of 16.5%.
Rowley's racial homogeneity differs from national trends, which have shown increasing diversity in many areas of the United States over the past decade. The median income in Rowley ($72,400 in 2022) is above the national median household income, which was approximately $70,784 in 2021 according to the U.S. Census Bureau. The population growth of 16.5% over nine years is above the national average of about 7.4% from 2010 to 2020.
In conclusion, Rowley experienced economic growth and population increase over the past decade, but these changes did not lead to significant racial diversification. The community remains a "Low Diversity" area with a strong "White Majority," showing resistance to the national trend of increasing racial diversity. The economic stability and growth may be factors in maintaining the existing demographic composition.
