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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 68415: Low Diversity and Predominantly White Population
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 68415 in Odell, Nebraska, is categorized as having "Low Diversity" as of 2022. The community is predominantly white (95%), with minimal representation of other racial groups. The median income for 2022 was $73,927.
Throughout the past decade, Odell has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community. The white population has remained above 95% from 2013 to 2022. There are subtle signs of a gradual increase in diversity, with the appearance of the "two or more races" category at 1% in 2020, increasing to 3% by 2022. The Hispanic population appeared in the data for the first time in 2022 at 1%.
The median income in Odell has shown an upward trend over the past decade. From 2013 to 2019, it fluctuated between $56,045 and $64,673. A significant increase occurred in 2020, with the median income rising to $73,927. This growth continued into 2021, reaching $76,111, before slightly decreasing to $73,927 in 2022.
The population of Odell has been declining overall. From a high of 607 in 2010, it decreased to 448 in 2019. There was an increase to 563 in 2020, followed by declines to 515 in 2021 and 482 in 2022. The population decline, despite rising median incomes, could suggest that younger residents or families are moving away.
The low diversity of Odell is not uncommon for rural areas in the Midwest, which tend to be predominantly white. The median income of $73,927 in 2022 is likely above average for rural Nebraska. The gradual increase in diversity aligns with broader national trends of increasing diversity in rural areas, albeit at a much slower pace than urban centers.
Odell remains a "Low Diversity" community with a strong white majority, but there are subtle signs of demographic change. The economic growth experienced over the past decade could potentially attract more diverse populations in the future, though this process appears to be very gradual. The declining population despite rising incomes presents a challenge that may need to be addressed to ensure the long-term vitality of the community.
