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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 67448: Predominantly White Population in Roxbury, Kansas
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 67448 in Roxbury, Kansas, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community as of 2022. The population is 93% white, a classification that has remained consistent over the past decade. The community has a median income of $68,719 and a population of 1,456 in 2022.
Over the past decade, Roxbury has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community with the white population consistently comprising over 90% of the total. There are subtle signs of increasing diversity, albeit at a slow pace. The Hispanic population increased from 2% in 2016 to 5% in 2022. The population identifying as two or more races fluctuated between 1-3% throughout the decade. A Black population of 1% appeared in the data in 2022.
The median income in Roxbury has shown overall growth from 2013 to 2022. In 2013, the median income was $61,251. It peaked at $77,787 in 2019 and stood at $68,719 in 2022. This represents an overall increase of about 12% from 2013 to 2022, despite some fluctuations. The population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between about 1,450 and 1,700 residents over the decade.
The racial homogeneity of Roxbury is not uncommon for rural areas in the Midwest, which often have predominantly white populations. The gradual increase in Hispanic population, while small, aligns with national trends of growing Hispanic populations in rural areas. The median income growth, despite recent declines, suggests that Roxbury has maintained relative economic stability compared to many rural areas that have faced economic challenges.
The slight population decline in recent years is consistent with trends seen in many rural American communities, where younger residents often move to urban areas for education and job opportunities. The decline from 1,698 in 2020 to 1,456 in 2022 could be related to broader rural-to-urban migration trends or economic factors.
In conclusion, Roxbury remains a "Low Diversity" community with a stable white majority, but there are subtle indications of very gradual diversification. The area has experienced moderate economic growth over the decade, with some recent challenges potentially linked to broader national economic trends. These demographic and economic patterns suggest a community that is slowly evolving while maintaining its core characteristics, reflecting both the stability and the gradual changes occurring in many rural American communities.
