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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 66535: Predominantly White Population and Economic Growth
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 66535 in St. George, Kansas, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community as of 2022. The population is 92% white, with a median income of $69,991, which has increased from previous years.
Over the past decade, this zip code has maintained its "Low Diversity" status. The white population has consistently comprised at least 87% of the total. Minor changes in diversity include a stable Hispanic population of 3-4%, a small increase in the "Two or More Races" category from 0% in 2013 to 2% in 2022, and a negligible Asian population not exceeding 1%. These changes suggest a slow trend towards increased diversity, but not enough to alter the community's classification.
The median income in this zip code has shown an overall upward trend. From 2013 to 2022, it increased from $54,564 to $69,991, a growth of about 28% over nine years. A notable increase occurred between 2015 and 2017, rising from $55,811 to $66,176. The highest median income was recorded in 2020 at $71,597, followed by a slight decrease in 2021 before recovering in 2022. These economic trends coincided with a steady population increase from 1,917 in 2013 to 2,415 in 2022, a rise of about 26%.
The persistent lack of diversity in this zip code contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in many areas of the United States. The growth in median income (28% over nine years) outpaces inflation for the same period, indicating real economic growth in the area. The steady population growth suggests that the area is attracting new residents, possibly due to economic opportunities or quality of life factors.
Zip code 66535 in St. George, Kansas, has remained a "Low Diversity" community over the past decade, while experiencing steady economic growth and population increase. The minor increases in Hispanic and multiracial populations could be early indicators of slow diversification. However, the area remains predominantly white without significant shifts in its demographic composition. The economic growth and population increase suggest that the area is prospering and attracting new residents, potentially reinforcing existing demographic patterns.
