Loading Content...
Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 59433: Racial Composition and Population Trends
CATEGORY
Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Loading Content...
Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 59433 in Dutton, Montana, is categorized as having "Low Diversity" as of 2022. The population is predominantly white, with 91% of residents identifying as such. The current median income is $52,983, and the population has decreased from 881 in 2010 to 772 in 2022.
Throughout the period from 2013 to 2022, Dutton has maintained a "Low Diversity" categorization. The white population has consistently comprised over 90% of the total population. There have been minor shifts in demographics, including a slight decrease in the white population from 96% in 2013 to 91% in 2022, an increase in residents identifying as two or more races from 2% to 5%, and growth in the Native American population from 1% to 3%.
The median income in Dutton has shown moderate growth over the past decade, increasing from $47,649 in 2013 to $52,983 in 2022. This represents an increase of about 11% over nine years. The highest median income was recorded in 2021 at $55,062, indicating a slight economic downturn in 2022.
The slow increase in diversity appears to have a slight positive correlation with economic growth. As the community became marginally more diverse, the median income generally trended upward. However, the relationship is not strong enough to suggest causation, given the minimal demographic changes and modest income growth.
The population of Dutton has experienced an overall decline, decreasing from 881 in 2010 to 772 in 2022. This represents a decrease of about 12.4% over 12 years. The population fluctuated during this period, reaching a peak of 918 in 2013 before declining.
The demographic makeup of Dutton is consistent with many rural areas in Montana, which tend to have predominantly white populations. The modest income growth and population decline are trends often seen in rural American communities. The slight increase in diversity, particularly in the Native American population and those identifying as two or more races, may reflect broader national trends of increasing racial diversity, albeit at a much slower pace in this rural setting.
Dutton remains a "Low Diversity" community with a strong white majority, but subtle shifts towards increased diversity are evident. These changes, coupled with modest economic growth and population decline, suggest a community in slow transition. The challenge for Dutton may be to leverage its growing diversity to attract new residents and economic opportunities while maintaining its rural character and addressing the factors contributing to population decline.
