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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 65630: A Predominantly White Community
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 65630 in Saddlebrooke, Missouri, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community as of 2022. The population is 94% white, with a median income of $95,807. The village has a population of 615 residents.
Over the past decade, Saddlebrooke has maintained its "Low Diversity" status. The white population has remained above 90% throughout this period. The Hispanic population fluctuated from 1% in 2013 to 5% in 2019, before decreasing to 2% in 2022. The population identifying as two or more races has varied between 1-4% over the years. Asian, Black, and Native American populations have remained at or near 0% throughout the decade.
The economic situation in Saddlebrooke has improved significantly from 2013 to 2022. The median income increased from $65,751 to $95,807, a 45.7% increase. Despite this economic growth, the population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 510 and 615 residents over the decade.
The persistence of low racial diversity alongside rising incomes suggests that the economic growth has primarily benefited the majority white population. This may have reinforced existing demographic patterns.
The median income of $95,807 in 2022 is likely above average for rural Missouri, indicating that Saddlebrooke is a relatively affluent area. Unlike many parts of the United States that have seen increasing diversity over the past decade, Saddlebrooke has maintained its homogeneous racial composition. This contrasts with national trends towards greater diversity, especially in suburban and urban areas.
The consistent increase in median income, even through events like the COVID-19 pandemic, suggests a level of economic resilience that may not be typical of many small, rural communities.
Saddlebrooke presents a case of a small, rural community that has experienced significant economic growth while maintaining a highly homogeneous racial composition. This combination of economic prosperity and demographic stagnation raises questions about the factors contributing to this stability and its implications for the community's future development and potential for diversification.
