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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 63566: Predominant White Population and Economic Growth
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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 63566 in Winigan, Missouri, is categorized as having "Low Diversity" as of 2022. The area is predominantly white, with 95% of the population identifying as such. The community has a population of 105 in 2022 and has maintained a high percentage of white residents over the past decade, indicating minimal racial diversification.
Throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), Winigan has consistently fallen under the "Low Diversity" category. The white population has remained above 90% for the entire period, with only slight fluctuations. There has been a minor decrease in the white population percentage from 99% in 2013 to 95% in 2022, suggesting a very slow trend towards slightly increased diversity.
The community has seen the emergence of small Hispanic and multiracial populations in recent years. By 2022, the Hispanic population reached 1%, and those identifying as two or more races also comprised 1% of the population. These changes represent the beginnings of a potential long-term shift towards slightly increased diversity.
The median income in Winigan has shown an upward trend over the past decade. In 2013, the median income was $40,108, and by 2022 it had increased to $65,661, representing a growth of about 64% over nine years. This increase in median income suggests improving economic conditions for the residents of this community.
The population has remained relatively stable during this period, fluctuating between 96 and 116 residents. This stability in population coupled with rising incomes could indicate that the existing residents are experiencing economic growth rather than the community attracting new, higher-income residents.
The growth rate of 64% in median income over nine years outpaces typical wage growth rates seen nationally. This suggests that this small, predominantly white community has experienced substantial economic improvement relative to many other areas.
The lack of significant diversification in Winigan contrasts with national trends, where many communities have seen increasing racial and ethnic diversity over the past decade. The stability of the racial composition in this zip code might be attributed to its small size and rural location, which may not attract diverse populations at the same rate as urban or suburban areas.
Winigan remains a community with low racial diversity, but it has experienced notable economic growth. The slight increases in Hispanic and multiracial populations, though small, could potentially indicate the early stages of a "Transitional Community" if these trends continue and accelerate in the coming years. However, given the current data, it would be premature to apply this label. The community's economic growth without significant population change or diversification presents a case study in rural economic development.
