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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 65401: A Study of Racial Composition from 2013 to 2022
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 65401 in Rolla, Missouri, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The area has a population of 31,440 and a median income of $47,500. This classification is based on the white population comprising 85% of the total, exceeding the 75% threshold for low diversity.
Over the past decade, Rolla has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority." The white population decreased from 88% in 2013 to 85% in 2022. There have been small increases in several minority groups. The Asian population remained at 4%. The Black population increased from 2% to 3%. The Hispanic population grew from 2% to 3%. The Two or More Races category increased from 2% to 4%.
The median income in Rolla has shown fluctuations over the past decade. From 2013 to 2022, the median income increased from $44,370 to $47,500, representing a 7% growth over nine years. There were fluctuations, with the highest median income of $52,088 recorded in 2021, followed by a drop in 2022. The gradual increase in diversity seems to correlate with a general upward trend in median income, though the relationship is not strongly pronounced.
The gradual increase in diversity in Rolla aligns with broader national trends of increasing diversity in many American communities, albeit at a slower pace. The modest income growth of 7% over nine years is below the national average inflation rate for the same period. Given Rolla's status as a university town, the demographic and economic trends may be influenced by the student population and the local economy's dependence on the university.
While Rolla remains a "Low Diversity" community with a strong "White Majority," there are signs of gradual demographic shifts and economic changes. These trends suggest that Rolla may be in the early stages of transitioning towards greater diversity, potentially impacting local economic dynamics in the coming years. The community's reliance on the university likely plays a significant role in shaping these trends and may continue to influence future demographic and economic patterns.
