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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 67422: Predominantly White Population with Slight Diversity Increase
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 67422 in Bennington, Kansas, is categorized as a "Low Diversity" community as of 2022. The population is 93% white, with a median income of $72,838. The community has 954 residents as of 2022. These figures represent subtle demographic shifts and economic changes over the past decade.
Throughout the past decade, Bennington has maintained its "Low Diversity" status. The white population has consistently remained above 90%. Minor changes include an increase in the Hispanic population from 1% in 2013 to 2% in 2022, and an increase in individuals identifying as two or more races from 0% in 2017 to 3% in 2022. A small black population (1%) appeared in the data from 2021 onwards. These changes suggest a slow trend towards increased diversity, though not enough to alter the community's overall classification.
The median income in Bennington has shown significant fluctuations and overall growth over the past decade. It increased from $58,983 in 2013 to $72,838 in 2022, representing a 23.5% increase over nine years. The median income peaked at $81,088 in 2021 before decreasing slightly in 2022, indicating some economic volatility. The gradual increase in income appears to coincide with subtle increases in diversity, potentially suggesting that economic opportunities may be attracting a slightly more diverse population to the area.
The population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 900 and 959 residents over the recorded period. A slight increase from 901 in 2021 to 954 in 2022 coincides with the peak in median income, possibly indicating a small influx of new residents attracted by economic opportunities.
The demographic stability of Bennington is typical of many small, rural Midwestern communities, which often maintain a predominantly white population. The significant increase in median income over the decade likely outpaces national averages, suggesting strong local economic factors or potentially the influence of high-earning newcomers to the area. The very gradual increase in diversity, while minimal, aligns with broader national trends of increasing diversity, albeit at a much slower pace in this community.
Bennington remains a "Low Diversity" community, but subtle demographic shifts and significant economic growth over the past decade suggest potential for gradual change. The community's economic prosperity may be a factor in attracting a slightly more diverse population, though these changes are occurring at a very slow pace. Continued monitoring of these trends will be crucial to understanding the long-term demographic and economic trajectory of this small Kansas city.
