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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 63801 in Sikeston, Missouri, is classified as a "White Majority" community with "Low Diversity" as of 2022. The white population constitutes 73% of the total, while the Black population accounts for 19%. The area's racial composition has experienced minimal change over the past decade, maintaining its low diversity status. The median income has shown moderate growth, increasing from $43,613 in 2013 to $49,537 in 2022.
From 2013 to 2022, Sikeston has consistently maintained its "White Majority" status, with the white population remaining above 70%. The white population percentage decreased slightly from 75% in 2013 to 73% in 2022. The Black population increased marginally from 17% to 19%. These changes suggest a very slow trend towards slightly increased diversity. The Hispanic population grew from 2% to 3%, and those identifying as two or more races increased from 1% to 5%. Despite these small shifts, the community has not transitioned from its "Low Diversity" categorization, as the white population still dominates with over 70% of the total.
The median income in Sikeston has shown an overall upward trend, with some fluctuations. From 2013 to 2022, the median income increased by approximately 13.6%, from $43,613 to $49,537. There was a significant increase in 2021 to $53,701, before a slight decrease in 2022. This economic growth occurred alongside minor increases in diversity, suggesting a possible correlation between increasing diversity and improving economic conditions. However, the relationship is not strong enough to draw definitive conclusions.
Population figures have shown a slight downward trend, decreasing from 23,541 in 2013 to 22,919 in 2022, a decline of about 2.6%. This modest population decrease does not appear to have significantly impacted the racial composition or economic trends of the area.
Sikeston's demographic changes have been relatively minor compared to national trends of increasing diversity in many areas. The persistence of a strong white majority and low overall diversity distinguishes it from rapidly diversifying urban and suburban areas across the United States. The economic growth in Sikeston, while positive, appears to be slower than the national average. The U.S. median household income grew from $52,250 in 2013 to $70,784 in 2021, an increase of about 35%. Sikeston's growth rate of 13.6% over a similar period suggests it may be lagging behind national economic trends.
Sikeston shows signs of very gradual diversification and economic improvement, but remains a predominantly white, low-diversity community with slower economic growth compared to national averages. The minimal demographic shifts and moderate income increases indicate a community that is changing, but at a much slower pace than many other areas in the country.