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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 55398: Racial Composition and Economic Trends
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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 55398 in Zimmerman, Minnesota, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "Racial Majority" of White residents (89%) as of 2022. The population has grown from 13,084 in 2010 to 14,260 in 2022. The median income has increased from $76,804 in 2013 to $99,191 in 2022.
Zimmerman has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" over the past decade. There are indications of a gradual shift towards becoming a "Transitional Community." The percentage of White residents has decreased from 98% in 2013 to 89% in 2022. Other racial groups have experienced small but consistent increases. The Hispanic population has grown from 0% in 2013 to 4% in 2022, and the "Two or More Races" category has increased from 1% to 5% during the same period.
The community has not yet transitioned to a "Moderate Diversity" category, as no other single racial group has reached a significant representation (over 20%). If current trends continue, the community may approach this classification in the coming years.
The demographic shifts in Zimmerman have been accompanied by substantial economic growth. The median income has increased by approximately 29% from 2013 to 2022, rising from $76,804 to $99,191. This growth outpaces the rate of inflation during the same period, indicating a real increase in household purchasing power.
The income growth correlates with the gradual increase in diversity. As the community has become slightly more diverse, median incomes have risen. This could suggest that the area is attracting a more diverse, affluent population. The population growth has been steady, increasing by about 9% from 2010 to 2022.
Zimmerman remains less diverse than many urban areas in Minnesota. Its gradual diversification aligns with broader national trends of increasing racial and ethnic diversity in suburban and rural areas. The significant income growth in the area is notable, especially given that it has outpaced national averages for median household income growth during the same period.
The community's evolution towards becoming a "Transitional Community" while maintaining high median incomes suggests a pattern of managed growth and gradual integration. This contrasts with some rapidly diversifying areas that may experience more abrupt demographic shifts or economic challenges.
Zimmerman remains a predominantly White, low-diversity community. It shows signs of gradual diversification coupled with strong economic growth. These trends suggest a community in the early stages of demographic transition, maintaining economic stability while slowly becoming more diverse. If these trends continue, the community may evolve towards moderate diversity in the coming years.
