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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 65774: Racial Composition 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
The zip code 65774 in Weaubleau, Missouri, is classified as having "Low Diversity" as of 2022. The community has a predominantly white population, with 90% of residents identified as white. The median income in 2022 is $35,923, which is considered low compared to national averages. The population of this community was 948 in 2022.
From 2013 to 2022, Weaubleau has consistently maintained a "Low Diversity" classification. The white population has remained the dominant racial group, comprising over 90% of the total population throughout this period. There has been a slight decrease in the percentage of white residents from 94% in 2020 to 90% in 2022. The proportion of residents identifying as two or more races increased from 1% in 2014 to 8% in 2022. The Hispanic population fluctuated, reaching 6% in 2017 but decreasing to 2% by 2022.
The median income in Weaubleau has shown variability over the past decade. From 2013 to 2016, there was a decline in median income from $29,517 to $24,854. A significant increase occurred between 2016 and 2019, with median income rising to $35,776. After a slight decrease in 2020 and 2021, the median income recovered to $35,923 in 2022.
Population figures in Weaubleau have fluctuated. The population decreased from 1,220 in 2010 to 809 in 2013. It then gradually increased to 1,167 by 2020. As of 2022, the population has decreased again to 948. These population changes do not appear to directly correlate with either the subtle demographic shifts or the economic trends.
The low diversity in Weaubleau is not uncommon for small, rural Midwestern towns, which often have predominantly white populations. The median income, while showing improvement, remains below the national median income, reflecting the economic challenges often faced by small, rural communities. The fluctuations in population, particularly the recent decrease, align with broader trends of population decline in many rural areas across the United States.
In conclusion, Weaubleau has maintained its status as a low-diversity community over the past decade, with subtle signs of very gradual demographic change. The economic situation has improved since the mid-2010s, but the community still faces challenges typical of small, rural towns. The interplay between these demographic and economic trends will likely continue to shape the character of this community in the coming years.
