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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 52755: A Predominantly White Community in Lone Tree, Iowa
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 52755 in Lone Tree, Iowa, is categorized as a "Low Diversity" community as of 2022. The population is 95% white. The current median income is $79,144, which has increased significantly over the past decade. This rural community has maintained a stable population of approximately 1,800 residents throughout the analyzed period.
From 2013 to 2022, Lone Tree has consistently been classified as "Low Diversity," with the white population consistently exceeding 75% of the total. The Hispanic population increased from 2% in 2015 to 7% in 2019, but decreased to 1% by 2022. The percentage of individuals identifying as two or more races has remained between 0% and 2% throughout the period. Data for other racial groups is largely unavailable or shows 0% representation.
The economic landscape of Lone Tree has seen significant positive changes over the past decade. From 2013 to 2022, the median income increased from $58,834 to $79,144, representing a growth of about 34.5% over nine years. The period of highest Hispanic representation (5-7% from 2016-2020) coincided with a steady increase in median income. The most dramatic increase in median income occurred between 2019 and 2021, rising from $70,754 to $81,845, a 15.7% increase in just two years.
The relatively stable population in Lone Tree, despite significant economic growth, is characteristic of many rural American communities that struggle to attract new residents even as local economies improve. The substantial increase in median income over the decade likely outpaces national averages, suggesting that Lone Tree has experienced stronger economic growth than many comparable rural communities. The consistent "Low Diversity" categorization of Lone Tree contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity, especially in urban and suburban areas.
Lone Tree has experienced significant economic growth over the past decade, but its demographic composition has remained largely unchanged, maintaining its status as a low-diversity, predominantly white community. The brief increase in Hispanic population mid-decade hinted at potential diversification, but this trend did not persist. The community's economic prosperity, particularly in recent years, appears to have primarily benefited the existing population rather than attracting a more diverse influx of new residents.
