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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 63382: Predominantly White Population in Vandalia, Missouri
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 63382 in Vandalia, Missouri, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The racial composition indicates that 82% of the population identifies as white, with minimal representation from other racial groups. The median income for 2022 was $48,127, and the population was 4,527.
Vandalia has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority" over the past decade. The white population has remained above 80% throughout this period, with only slight fluctuations. There are subtle indications of increasing diversity. The Hispanic population has shown a gradual increase from 1% in 2013 to 3% in 2022. The proportion of residents identifying as two or more races has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 3-5%. The Black population has seen a slight decrease from 11% in 2013 to 10% in 2022.
The median income in Vandalia has shown a generally positive trend over the decade. From 2013 to 2022, median income increased from $38,034 to $48,127, representing a growth of about 26.5%. The most significant growth occurred between 2017 and 2021, with income rising from $39,766 to $50,655. There was a slight decrease in median income from 2021 to 2022, dropping from $50,655 to $48,127.
Population trends show a fluctuating pattern. The population increased from 5,207 in 2013 to a peak of 5,453 in 2019. Since 2019, there has been a significant decline, with the population dropping to 4,527 in 2022. The economic improvements do not seem to have directly correlated with increased racial diversity. Despite rising incomes, the racial composition has remained relatively stable.
The trend of slow but increasing diversity in predominantly white, rural areas is consistent with broader national patterns. The income growth in Vandalia aligns with the general economic recovery and growth seen across the U.S. following the 2008 recession. The recent population decline could be part of a larger trend of population loss in rural areas, as people move to urban centers for economic opportunities.
Vandalia has seen economic improvements over the past decade, but its demographic composition has remained relatively stable, maintaining its status as a "Low Diversity" community with a strong "White Majority". The subtle increases in Hispanic population and those identifying as two or more races suggest a very gradual shift towards increased diversity, but this change is occurring at a much slower pace than the economic growth. The recent population decline could potentially accelerate demographic changes in the future, depending on who is leaving the area and who might be moving in. Continued monitoring of these trends will be crucial to understanding the long-term demographic and economic trajectory of Vandalia.
