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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 59911: Racial Composition and Economic Trends
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 59911 in Bigfork, Montana, is categorized as a "Low Diversity" community as of 2022. The population is predominantly white, comprising 88% of the total. The current median income is $69,732.
Over the past decade, Bigfork has maintained its "Low Diversity" classification. The white population decreased from 94% in 2013 to 88% in 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 3% in 2013 to 6% in 2022. The population identifying as two or more races increased from 2% in 2013 to 3% in 2022.
The median income in Bigfork has shown a positive trend. In 2013, it was $58,863. By 2017, it increased to $64,353, and in 2022, it reached $69,732. This represents an 18.5% increase from 2013 to 2022.
The population of Bigfork grew from 7,316 in 2013 to 8,533 in 2022, a 16.6% increase.
Bigfork remains less diverse than many other parts of the United States. The national average for the white population is approximately 60%, compared to Bigfork's 88%. The growth in the Hispanic population in Bigfork aligns with broader national trends of increasing Hispanic populations in rural areas, albeit at a slower rate.
The median income growth in Bigfork (18.5% over 9 years) exceeds the national average, which typically sees around 2-3% annual growth. This suggests stronger economic growth in Bigfork compared to many other parts of the country.
Bigfork remains a "Low Diversity" community, but there are indications of a gradual shift towards increased diversity. This change, along with economic growth and population increase, suggests potential for more significant demographic changes in the future. If current trends continue, Bigfork could transition from a "Low Diversity" to a "Moderate Diversity" community.
