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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 52742: Predominantly White Community with Minimal Racial Diversity
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 52742 in DeWitt, Iowa, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community as of 2022. The population is 94% white. The median income is $72,431, which is above the national median. This suggests an affluent suburban or small-city environment.
Over the past decade, DeWitt has maintained its "Low Diversity" status. The white population has consistently remained above 90%. Minor increases in diversity have occurred. The Hispanic population increased from 1% in 2013 to 4% in 2019, but decreased to 2% by 2022. The Asian population increased from 0% to 4% in 2022. The Black population increased to 1% in 2022. These changes indicate a slow trend towards increased diversity, but not enough to change the community's "Low Diversity" classification.
The median income in DeWitt has fluctuated. It peaked at $88,446 in 2015, declined to $68,604 in 2019, recovered to $85,835 in 2021, and decreased to $72,431 in 2022. These economic fluctuations do not strongly correlate with the minor demographic shifts. The community has maintained a relatively high median income throughout the period, suggesting economic stability despite minor population changes.
The population of DeWitt shows a slight decline from 8,108 in 2015 to 7,538 in 2022. This modest population decrease has not significantly impacted the racial composition or economic status of the community.
The demographic makeup of DeWitt contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity. While many urban and suburban areas in the U.S. have experienced significant increases in minority populations and shifts towards "Moderate Diversity" or "Majority-Minority" status, DeWitt has remained predominantly white.
The area's economic resilience, maintaining above-average median incomes despite fluctuations, suggests a stable local economy. This stability may be a factor in the slow pace of demographic change, as the community may not be experiencing the economic pressures or opportunities that often drive more rapid demographic shifts in other areas.
DeWitt shows signs of very gradual diversification but remains a "Low Diversity" community with a stable economic profile. The minor increases in Hispanic and Asian populations may indicate the beginning of a long-term trend towards greater diversity, but as of 2022, these changes have not significantly altered the overall demographic character of the area.
