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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 68329, comprising Cook in Nebraska, is characterized by a Low Diversity community with a predominantly White population (97% in 2022). The village had a median income of $67,502 and a population of 448 in 2022. Over the past decade, this small rural community has undergone minor demographic and economic changes.
Throughout the period from 2013 to 2022, Cook maintained its Low Diversity status with a White Majority. The white population consistently remained above 95%, with minimal representation from other racial groups. No significant transitions between diversity categories occurred, indicating a stable racial composition.
The Hispanic population showed slight variability, ranging from 0% to 2% over the years. The Asian population fluctuated between 0% and 1%. The Two or More Races category exhibited similar minor fluctuations. These small variations suggest intermittent presences of other racial groups, potentially indicating temporary residencies or gradual diversification.
The median income in Cook demonstrated an upward trend over the analyzed period. In 2013, the median income was $54,327. By 2022, it increased to $67,502, representing a growth of about 24% over nine years. The highest median income was recorded in 2021 at $72,030. This steady increase suggests an improving economic situation for the residents.
The population decreased from 484 in 2013 to 448 in 2022, a decline of about 7.4%. Fluctuations in population occurred, with the lowest point being 414 in 2020. The combination of rising incomes and a slightly declining population could indicate outmigration of lower-income residents, economic improvements benefiting remaining residents, or an aging population with increasing retirement incomes.
The persistent Low Diversity classification of Cook contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in many areas of the United States. The increasing median income aligns with broader economic growth trends seen in many parts of the country post-2008 recession. The slight population decline may be consistent with trends seen in many rural American communities.
Cook represents a stable, predominantly white community that has experienced economic growth over the past decade, despite a slight decline in population. While it hasn't seen significant racial diversification, the economic improvements suggest a community that has maintained and enhanced its economic standing in a changing national landscape.