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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 56221: A Predominantly White Community with Emerging Hispanic Population
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 56221 in Chokio, Minnesota, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The population is 91% white, with a Hispanic population of 8%. The median income in 2022 was $71,100, indicating economic growth over the past decade.
Over the past ten years, Chokio has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority". The white population decreased from 95% in 2013 to 91% in 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 2% in 2013 to 8% in 2022. A small but consistent 1% of the population has identified as two or more races since 2020. These changes suggest a slow trend towards a "Transitional Community".
The median income has shown significant growth. In 2013, the median income was $50,516. By 2022, it had increased to $71,100, representing a growth of about 41% over nine years. This income growth correlates with the gradual increase in diversity, particularly the growth of the Hispanic population. The population has been relatively stable, with a slight increase from 792 in 2013 to 879 in 2022.
The trends in Chokio reflect some broader national patterns. Rural areas across the U.S. have been experiencing slow but steady increases in diversity, particularly with growth in Hispanic populations. The significant increase in median income outpaces national averages, suggesting Chokio may be benefiting from local economic factors or industry growth. The stability of the population, with slight growth, is noteworthy in an era where many rural communities are experiencing population decline.
Chokio remains a predominantly white, low-diversity community, but there are signs of gradual demographic shifts and significant economic improvement. The community appears to be in the early stages of a transition towards greater diversity, coupled with strong economic growth. These trends, if continued, could lead to more significant demographic and socio-economic changes in the coming years, potentially shifting the community towards moderate diversity and attracting a more varied population drawn by economic opportunities.
