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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 56319: Persistent White Majority in a Low Diversity Area
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 56319 in Carlos, Minnesota, is categorized as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The community has a population of 1,755 and a median household income of $73,724. This rural area, spanning 50.24 square miles, has maintained a predominantly white population over the past decade, with minimal representation from other racial groups.
Throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), the community has consistently fallen under the "Low Diversity" category, with the white population maintaining over 97% of the total. There have been no significant transitions between diversity categories over this time. The Hispanic population showed a slight increase from 0% in 2013 to 2-3% in recent years. The "Two or More Races" category fluctuated between 0-1% over the years. Other racial groups (Black, Asian, Native American, Pacific Islander) have maintained negligible or no representation throughout the decade.
The median household income has shown an overall upward trend, increasing from $69,381 in 2013 to $73,724 in 2022, with some fluctuations. A notable peak occurred in 2021 with a median income of $82,223, followed by a decrease in 2022. The lowest point was in 2016 at $66,454. Population trends show a general decline from 1,797 in 2013 to 1,755 in 2022, with the lowest point in 2019 (1,559) and a brief surge in 2021 (1,770).
The slight increase in Hispanic population coincides with periods of economic growth, suggesting potential economic opportunities attracting a small influx of Hispanic residents. The overall population decline, despite income growth, might indicate an aging population or outmigration of younger residents, possibly due to limited diversity and rural setting.
The persistent "Low Diversity" status of this area contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in many communities. The median household income growth generally aligns with national trends of economic recovery and growth post-2008 recession, though the 2022 decrease might reflect broader economic challenges. The rural nature of the area (low population density of about 35 people per square mile) is consistent with many Midwestern communities facing challenges in population retention and diversity growth.
Zip code 56319 has experienced some economic growth over the past decade, but its demographic composition has remained largely unchanged, maintaining its status as a low-diversity, white-majority community. The subtle increases in Hispanic population and income levels suggest potential for future changes, but the overall trend indicates a stable, homogeneous community resistant to rapid demographic shifts.
