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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 64688: Predominantly White Population 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
Zip code 64688 in Wheeling, Missouri, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community as of 2022. The population is 97% white, with a median income of $57,961 and a total population of 519, which has decreased slightly from previous years.
Over the past decade, this zip code has maintained its "Low Diversity" status. From 2013 to 2022, the white population has remained above 90%, establishing it as the Racial Majority. Between 2013 and 2019, the community showed slightly more diversity, with the white population ranging from 91-93% and a small but consistent Black population of 3-5%. From 2020 onwards, the white population increased to 97-98% and the Black population decreased to 0%.
The Hispanic population has remained consistently low, never exceeding 2% throughout the decade. By 2021-2022, a small "Two or More Races" category emerged at 1%, possibly indicating the start of a gradual diversification.
The median income in this zip code has shown an overall upward trend with fluctuations. From 2013 to 2019, there was a gradual increase from $51,567 to $58,192. In 2020-2021, median income significantly increased, peaking at $68,690 in 2021. However, 2022 experienced a notable drop back to $57,961. Population figures have remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 519 and 567 over the decade.
The trends observed in this zip code diverge from broader national patterns. While many parts of the U.S. are becoming more diverse, this community has become more homogeneous over the past few years. The significant income increase in 2020-2021 followed by a sharp decrease in 2022 could be related to broader economic factors such as the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent economic recovery. The stability of the population size, despite economic fluctuations, suggests a relatively insulated community, possibly due to its rural nature.
In conclusion, while this zip code has maintained its status as a Low Diversity, White Majority community over the past decade, subtle shifts in both demographic composition and economic indicators suggest a community in slow transition. The recent emergence of a small multi-racial population and the volatility in median income could be early indicators of broader changes, potentially moving the community towards slightly increased diversity and economic complexity in the future.
