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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 66546 in Wakarusa, Kansas, is classified as a "White Majority" community with moderate diversity as of 2022. The white population constitutes 70% of the total, with other racial groups having significant representation. The median income in 2022 was $67,279, indicative of a middle-class suburban area. The population of 2,738 is distributed over 31.03 square miles, resulting in a relatively low population density characteristic of many Midwestern suburban communities.
Wakarusa has experienced a gradual transition from a "Low Diversity" community to one with "Moderate Diversity" over the past decade. In 2013, the white population comprised 82% of the total, decreasing to 70% by 2022. Concurrently, other racial groups, particularly Black and Hispanic populations, saw increases. The most notable change occurred in the Black population, which grew from 2% in 2013 to 15% in 2022. This shift suggests that Wakarusa could be categorized as a "Transitional Community," with increasing racial diversity over time.
The Hispanic population has maintained relative stability, fluctuating between 4% and 10% over the decade. The Asian population has remained consistently low, not exceeding 3%. The median income in Wakarusa has shown fluctuations but with an overall upward trend. From $56,170 in 2013, it increased to $67,279 in 2022, representing a 19.8% rise over the decade. This growth surpasses inflation, indicating real economic gains for the community.
The years of highest median income (2017-2020) coincide with periods of increasing racial diversity, particularly the growth in the Black population. This could suggest that the influx of new residents may be correlated with higher-income job opportunities in the area. The population has grown steadily from 2,424 in 2013 to 2,738 in 2022, a 13% increase. This growth, combined with increasing diversity and rising incomes, indicates that Wakarusa is becoming an increasingly attractive area for various demographics.
The trends observed in Wakarusa align with broader patterns seen in many American suburbs. Many suburban areas have experienced increasing racial diversity over the past decade, often accompanied by economic growth. The significant increase in the Black population (from 2% to 15%) is particularly notable and may reflect broader trends of suburban diversification and possible migration patterns from urban centers to suburban areas.
The steady population growth and increasing median income suggest that Wakarusa is economically robust compared to many rural areas in the Midwest that have faced population decline and economic challenges. Wakarusa represents a "Transitional Community" moving towards greater diversity while maintaining economic growth. These trends suggest a changing social fabric that may bring both opportunities and challenges as the community adapts to its evolving demographic makeup.