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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 63462: Predominantly White Population with Slight Diversity Increase
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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 63462 in Perry, Missouri, is categorized as a "Low Diversity" community as of 2022. The population is 90% white, indicating a strong racial majority. The median income for 2022 was $44,497, and the population was 1,438.
Over the past decade, Perry has maintained its "Low Diversity" status, but subtle signs of a gradual shift towards increased diversity are evident. The white population decreased from 99% in 2017 to 90% in 2022. The "two or more races" category increased from 0% in 2017 to 9% in 2022, potentially indicating a "Transitional Community" trend on a small scale. A small Hispanic community (1%) emerged in recent years, first appearing in the data in 2020.
The median income in Perry has fluctuated over the past decade. From 2013 to 2019, it remained relatively stable, ranging from $42,758 to $47,876. In 2020 and 2021, there was a significant increase to $52,431 and $53,057, respectively. However, in 2022, there was a sharp decrease to $44,497, returning to levels similar to the mid-2010s.
The population has also experienced fluctuations. From 2013 to 2019, there was a gradual decline from 1,533 to 1,366. Between 2020 and 2022, the population increased to 1,520 in 2020, peaked at 1,573 in 2021, then declined to 1,438 in 2022. The economic trends do not show a clear correlation with the subtle demographic shifts.
Perry's demographic composition contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity. While the U.S. as a whole has been moving towards a more racially diverse population, Perry has maintained its status as a predominantly white community. The slight increase in diversity observed in recent years, while noteworthy for the area, is modest compared to national averages.
The economic fluctuations, particularly the sharp rise and fall in median income between 2020 and 2022, may reflect broader economic disruptions related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Many rural and small-town communities across the U.S. experienced similar economic volatility during this period.
In conclusion, Perry shows early signs of a potential transition towards slightly increased diversity, but remains a predominantly white, low-diversity community. The economic trends, marked by recent volatility, do not show a clear relationship with these subtle demographic shifts. Continued monitoring of these initial signs of increased diversity will be important to determine if they develop into a more significant trend and how they might interact with local economic conditions in the future.
