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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 59026: Low Diversity and Racial Composition
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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 59026 (Edgar, Montana) is classified as a community with Low Diversity as of 2022. The population is 91% white, meeting the definition of one racial group dominating with over 75% representation. The median income for this community of 43 people was $72,428 in 2022, indicating a relatively high income level for its rural setting.
Edgar has maintained its status as a Low Diversity community over the past decade. The white population has consistently remained the majority, never falling below 91%. Minor signs of slow diversification include a small Native American presence (2%) in 2015 and 2016, the emergence of a 2% Hispanic population from 2020 onwards, and the appearance of a 'two or more races' category at 2% in 2022. These minor changes could potentially indicate the beginnings of a Transitional Community, albeit at a very slow pace.
The median income in Edgar has shown a generally upward trend over the past decade, with some fluctuations. From 2013 to 2021, there was a significant increase from $54,042 to $76,026, representing a 40.7% growth. However, there was a slight decrease in 2022 to $72,428. This overall income growth has occurred alongside very minor changes in racial composition, suggesting that the economic improvements have not been directly tied to demographic shifts.
The population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 42 and 47 residents over the decade. This stability in population, combined with the income growth, suggests a community that has experienced economic improvements without significant demographic change or population influx.
Edgar's experience diverges from national trends in several ways. Many rural areas in the U.S. have experienced population decline, but Edgar has maintained a stable population. The community's racial homogeneity is more pronounced than national averages, which have shown increasing diversity over the past decade. The income growth in Edgar outpaces the national average, which is notable for a small, rural community.
In conclusion, Edgar remains a Low Diversity community, with very subtle signs of potential future diversification. The economic improvements over the decade have occurred largely independently of demographic shifts, suggesting local economic factors or broader regional trends as the primary drivers of change. The community's ability to maintain its population and improve economically sets it apart from many rural areas facing challenges of decline and outmigration.
