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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 59480: Predominantly White Population with Emerging Diversity
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 59480 in Stockett, Montana, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community as of 2022. The population is predominantly white, comprising 89% of the total. The current median income is $58,520, and the population stands at 794.
Over the past decade, Stockett has maintained its "Low Diversity" status, though there are indications of slow diversification. The white population decreased from 96% in 2017 to 89% in 2022. Concurrently, there have been small increases in other racial groups. The Native American population grew from 1% in 2017 to 4% in 2022, while Hispanic and multiracial populations each reached 2-3% by 2022.
The median income in Stockett has shown an overall upward trend, increasing from $48,584 in 2013 to $58,520 in 2022, representing a 20.5% increase over nine years. A notable spike in median income to $67,356 occurred in 2021, followed by a decrease in 2022. The population has fluctuated, reaching a low of 711 in 2016 and a high of 909 in 2012, with the current population of 794 in 2022 indicating a slight decrease from the beginning of the decade but stabilization in recent years.
The economic growth, as evidenced by the rising median income, does not appear to have significantly altered the racial composition of the community. This suggests that the modest increase in diversity may be driven by factors other than economic opportunities, such as natural population changes or small-scale migration.
The trend of slowly increasing diversity in predominantly white, rural areas is consistent with broader national patterns. Many rural communities across the United States have experienced gradual increases in diversity over the past decade, though often at a slower pace than urban areas.
The median income growth in Stockett outpaces the national inflation rate over the same period, indicating real economic growth in the community. This could potentially make the area more attractive to newcomers, which might contribute to the gradual increase in diversity.
Stockett remains a "Low Diversity" community, but there are signs of slow but steady demographic changes. The area has experienced economic growth over the past decade, which may continue to influence its demographic composition in the coming years. If current trends persist, the community may eventually transition to a more diverse demographic profile, though this process is likely to be gradual given the current racial composition.
