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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 66961: A Study of Racial Homogeneity in Norway, Kansas
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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 66961 in Norway, Kansas, exhibited low diversity as of 2022. The population was 100% white according to the most recent data. The median income was $72,646, showing an increase from previous years. The population has remained relatively stable over the past decade, with minor fluctuations.
Throughout the period from 2013 to 2022, the community consistently fell under the "Low Diversity" category. The white population comprised over 95% of the total population in all years with available data. Minimal changes occurred in racial composition, with slight variations in Hispanic and two or more races categories between 2015 and 2019. These changes did not significantly alter the overall classification of the community.
The median income in Norway showed considerable volatility over the past decade. It started at $58,477 in 2013, experienced fluctuations, dropping to $49,624 in 2015 before gradually increasing. A substantial jump occurred between 2019 and 2020, from $58,181 to $72,646. This increase coincided with the period when the community became even more homogeneous, returning to 99-100% white population.
The population gradually declined from 140 in 2010 to 120 in 2020, with a slight uptick to 133 in 2022. This overall decrease in population, coupled with the increase in median income, suggests that while some residents may have left the area, those who remained potentially experienced economic gains.
The demographic makeup of Norway does not reflect national trends towards increasing diversity. While many parts of the United States have experienced a shift towards greater racial and ethnic diversity, this small Kansas community has maintained its homogeneous composition.
The increase in median income, especially from 2019 to 2020, is noteworthy and may be part of a broader trend of economic growth in rural areas or small towns. The stable, predominantly white population in Norway contrasts with national demographic shifts that show increasing diversity in many urban and suburban areas. This suggests that Norway may be experiencing different social and economic forces compared to more diverse or urban regions of the country.
Norway presents a case of a small, racially homogeneous community that has maintained its demographic composition over the past decade while experiencing notable economic improvements. This stability in racial makeup, combined with economic growth, may have implications for community cohesion, local policies, and future development prospects in the area.
