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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 58241: Predominantly White Population in Canton City (Hensel), North Dakota
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 58241 in Canton City (Hensel), North Dakota, is categorized as having "Low Diversity" as of 2022. The population is 94% white, with a median income of $66,669 and a total population of 263 people.
Over the past decade, Canton City (Hensel) has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community. The white population has remained above 90% throughout the observed period. Minor changes in diversity include an increase in residents identifying as two or more races from 0% in 2015 to 3% in 2022. In 2021, there was a brief appearance of a small Black population (1%) and "Other" race category (1%), which returned to 0% in 2022.
The median income in Canton City (Hensel) has fluctuated significantly over the past decade. From 2013 to 2018, there was an upward trend in median income, rising from $57,964 to $78,808. From 2018 to 2022, the median income declined to $66,669. Population trends show fluctuations, with a peak of 326 residents in 2015 and a low of 239 in 2020. The current population of 263 in 2022 represents a slight recovery from the 2020 low.
The racial composition of Canton City (Hensel) is less diverse than the national average. The U.S. as a whole has been trending towards greater diversity, with the white population decreasing as a percentage of the total.
The median income in Canton City (Hensel) has followed a different pattern than many rural areas in the U.S. While many rural communities have struggled economically in recent years, Canton City saw significant income growth until 2018. The recent decline may align more closely with challenges faced by other rural areas.
The population fluctuations in Canton City, particularly the decline from 2015 to 2020, may reflect broader trends of rural depopulation seen in many parts of the country.
Canton City (Hensel) remains a low-diversity community with subtle signs of potential demographic change. The economic trajectory of the area has shown a period of strong growth followed by recent decline. These trends suggest a community that is relatively stable in its racial composition but is experiencing economic challenges that may influence its future demographic makeup.
