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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 59450: A Study of Race and Population in Highwood, Montana
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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 59450, encompassing Highwood in Montana, exhibits low diversity with a predominant white population. As of 2022, the community is classified as "Low Diversity" with 97% of residents identifying as white. The total population in 2022 was 261, with a median income of $48,460.
Over the past decade, Highwood has maintained its "Low Diversity" status. The white population has consistently remained above 97% from 2013 to 2022, showing minimal variation. No significant transitions between diversity categories occurred during this period.
The community has experienced a slight increase in diversity, with the Hispanic population reaching 2% in 2022, up from 0% in 2020. The population identifying as two or more races has remained stable at approximately 1% throughout most of the observed period.
The median income in Highwood has fluctuated over the years, showing an overall upward trend. It increased from $43,234 in 2013 to $49,213 in 2021, before decreasing slightly to $48,460 in 2022. This represents an overall increase of about 12% over the decade.
The population has remained relatively stable, with minor fluctuations. It decreased from 248 in 2010 to 230 in 2013, then gradually increased to 270 in 2021, before decreasing slightly to 261 in 2022. This population stability, combined with the gradual increase in median income, suggests a relatively steady economic environment.
The demographic composition of Highwood is less diverse than the national average. While the United States has been trending towards greater diversity, with many urban and suburban areas classified as "High Diversity" or "Moderate Diversity," Highwood remains in the "Low Diversity" category.
The median household income in Highwood ($48,460 in 2022) is lower than the national median, which was approximately $70,784 in 2021. The cost of living in rural Montana may be lower than in many other parts of the country, potentially offsetting this income difference to some extent.
The stability of the racial composition in Highwood contrasts with national trends, where many communities are experiencing shifts towards greater diversity, often categorized as "Transitional Communities." This stability might be attributed to factors such as the rural nature of the area, limited economic opportunities that might attract a more diverse population, or cultural factors that have maintained the existing demographic structure.
Highwood presents a picture of a small, stable, predominantly white community with modest economic growth over the past decade. While it has not followed national trends towards increased diversity, it has maintained a steady population and seen some improvement in median income. These trends suggest a community that has experienced limited demographic change but has seen some economic progress over the past ten years.
