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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 59223: Low Diversity and Predominantly White Population
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 59223 in Fort Peck, Montana, is categorized as having "Low Diversity" as of 2022. The population is 94% white. This categorization has remained consistent over the past decade, indicating a stable racial composition in the area.
Throughout the 2013-2022 period, Fort Peck has maintained a "Low Diversity" classification. The white population has consistently been the majority, never falling below 89% of the total population. Other racial groups have shown slight fluctuations, but these changes have been minimal and have not significantly altered the overall demographic landscape.
The Native American population has maintained a small but consistent presence, ranging from 1-3% of the population. The Hispanic population has represented 1-2% of the population throughout the decade. The category of two or more races has shown a slight increase, from 0% in 2013 to 3% in 2022, potentially indicating a gradual trend towards slightly increased diversity.
The median income in Fort Peck has shown overall growth from 2013 to 2022, with some fluctuations. In 2013, it was $60,990, and in 2022, it was $63,207. This represents a modest increase of about 3.6% over the decade. The lowest point was in 2015 at $53,472, and the highest point was in 2021 at $71,494. These economic fluctuations do not appear to correlate strongly with the minor demographic shifts observed.
Population trends show some variability, with the lowest point at 683 in 2018 and the highest at 781 in 2014. The 2022 population of 724 is slightly lower than the 2013 figure of 780, indicating a small overall decline in population over the decade.
Fort Peck has maintained its low diversity status, which is not uncommon for rural areas in states like Montana. The median income growth has generally kept pace with or slightly exceeded inflation, suggesting a relatively stable economic environment. The slight increase in the "two or more races" category aligns with national trends, but the scale of this change in Fort Peck is much smaller than in more diverse urban areas.
Fort Peck represents a stable, predominantly white community with minimal demographic shifts over the past decade. While there are slight indications of increasing diversity, particularly in the multiracial category, these changes are gradual and have not significantly altered the overall demographic composition. The economic situation appears relatively stable, with modest income growth over the period, despite some year-to-year fluctuations.
