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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 63448: Racial Composition and Economic Trends
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 63448 in La Grange, Missouri, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community as of 2022. The population is predominantly white, comprising 84% of the total. The current median income is $51,513, which is lower than the peak of $54,896 observed in 2016.
Over the past decade, La Grange has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community. The white population has consistently been the majority, never falling below 83% during the observed period. From 2013 to 2022, the white population percentage decreased from 89% to 84%, indicating a gradual trend towards increased diversity. The Black population has shown a modest but steady increase, rising from 8% in 2013 to 12% in 2022. In recent years, small percentages of Asian, Hispanic, and multiracial residents have been recorded, suggesting the beginnings of a more diverse community composition.
The median income in La Grange has fluctuated over the past decade. The highest median income was recorded in 2016 at $54,896. Since then, there has been a general downward trend in median income, with some fluctuations. As of 2022, the median income stands at $51,513, which is lower than the 2016 peak but still higher than the 2013 figure of $50,788.
The period of highest median income (2015-2017) coincided with the highest percentage of white population (87-89%). As the community has become slightly more diverse in recent years, there has been a marginal decrease in median income. However, correlation does not imply causation, and other economic factors likely play a significant role in these income changes.
Population trends show a decline from a peak of 1,720 in 2014 to 1,468 in 2022. This population decrease could be a contributing factor to the economic changes observed.
The gradual increase in diversity observed in La Grange aligns with broader national trends towards increasing racial diversity in many American communities. However, the pace of change in La Grange appears to be slower than what might be observed in more urban or coastal areas.
The median income in La Grange ($51,513 in 2022) is likely below the national median, which was around $70,000 in 2021. This suggests that while La Grange has maintained relative economic stability, it may face economic challenges compared to more prosperous regions of the country.
La Grange remains a "Low Diversity" community with a strong white majority, but there are subtle signs of increasing diversity. The economic trajectory of the area shows some challenges, with a declining population and a slight downward trend in median income over recent years. These changes, while modest, may have implications for local policies, community services, and economic development strategies in the coming years.
