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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 66510: Predominantly White Population in Melvern, Kansas
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 66510 in Melvern, Kansas, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" as of 2022. Data indicates that 98% of the population identifies as white, with minimal representation from other racial groups. The median income for this area in 2022 was $63,406, and the population was 745 residents.
Over the past decade, Melvern has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority." From 2013 to 2022, the white population has remained above 90%, with only slight fluctuations. There has not been a significant transition between diversity categories during this period.
Minor shifts within this stable framework include a slight increase in the white population percentage from 96% in 2013 to 98% in 2022. The "two or more races" category showed some fluctuation, peaking at 5% in 2014 but decreasing to 0% by 2022. Other racial groups have had minimal representation throughout the decade, with occasional appearances of small percentages for Hispanic, Black, and Native American populations.
The median income in Melvern has shown an overall upward trend, with some fluctuations. In 2013, the median income was $55,296. It dropped to $44,240 in 2014 but then began a generally upward trajectory. By 2021, it reached a peak of $75,127 before slightly decreasing to $63,406 in 2022. This overall increase in median income suggests improving economic conditions for the predominantly white population.
Population figures have fluctuated over the decade. The population was 818 in 2013, peaked at 884 in 2016, and then declined to 745 by 2022. This overall decrease in population might indicate some outmigration, possibly due to economic or lifestyle factors, despite the increasing median income.
The persistent "Low Diversity" status of Melvern contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in many American communities. The increase in median income aligns with broader economic recovery trends following the 2008 recession, although the recent dip from 2021 to 2022 may reflect more recent economic challenges. The decreasing population trend might be indicative of broader rural-to-urban migration patterns seen in many parts of the United States.
Melvern presents a picture of a stable, predominantly white community that has experienced economic growth over the past decade. However, this growth has not led to increased racial diversity, and the declining population suggests potential challenges in attracting or retaining residents despite improving economic conditions. The community's trajectory raises questions about its long-term sustainability and ability to adapt to changing national demographics and economic patterns.
