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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 59038: Low Diversity and Predominant White Population
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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 59038 in Hysham, Montana, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community as of 2022. The white population comprises 94% of the total population, exceeding the 75% threshold for this classification. The area has a population of 296 as of 2022, with a median income of $44,374.
Over the past decade, Hysham has maintained its "Low Diversity" categorization. The white population has remained the majority, ranging from 87% to 99% between 2013 and 2022. No significant transitions between diversity categories have occurred during this period.
Minor demographic shifts have been observed within this stable pattern. The Hispanic population decreased from 7% in 2013 to 4% in 2022. The Asian population has remained small, fluctuating between 0% and 4% over the years. Data for other racial groups is largely unavailable, suggesting very small or non-existent populations.
The median income in Hysham has shown an overall increasing trend, rising from $38,635 in 2013 to $44,374 in 2022, with a notable spike to $55,587 in 2021. This represents a growth of about 14.9% over the decade (excluding the 2021 outlier). This economic growth has occurred alongside a decline in population. The town's population decreased from 309 in 2013 to 296 in 2022, a drop of about 4.2%.
The demographic makeup of Hysham is consistent with rural Montana, which is predominantly white. The town's lack of significant diversity contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in many areas. The economic growth seen in Hysham, while positive, may not be keeping pace with national averages. The U.S. median household income grew from $52,250 in 2013 to $70,784 in 2021, an increase of about 35.4%. Hysham's growth rate falls short of this national trend.
The population decline in Hysham mirrors a broader trend seen in many rural American towns, where younger residents often move to urban areas for education and job opportunities. In conclusion, while Hysham has maintained economic stability and modest growth over the past decade, it has not experienced significant demographic shifts. The community remains characterized by low diversity and faces challenges common to many small, rural American towns, including population decline despite economic improvements.
