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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 68460: Racial Composition and Economic Trends
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 68460 in Thayer, Nebraska, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community as of 2022. The population is 95% white, with a median income of $65,293 and a total population of 862, showing a slight increase from the previous year.
Over the past decade, Thayer has maintained its "Low Diversity" status. The white population has consistently remained above 90%. Minor changes include a slight increase in the Hispanic population from 1% in 2015 to 2% in 2022, a brief increase in the Asian population to 2% between 2017-2019 followed by a decline to 0% in 2022, and an increase in the population identifying as two or more races to 2% in 2022.
The median income in Thayer has shown an overall upward trend over the past decade. In 2013, the median income was $55,220. It peaked in 2021 at $70,833 and slightly decreased to $65,293 in 2022. This increase coincides with a modest population growth from 796 in 2013 to 862 in 2022.
The demographic makeup of Thayer contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity. While many urban and suburban areas in the United States have experienced significant increases in racial and ethnic diversity, Thayer has maintained its predominantly white population.
The economic trends in Thayer align with broader national patterns of increasing median incomes, especially in rural areas. The village's median income growth from $55,220 in 2013 to $65,293 in 2022 represents an 18% increase, comparable to national averages for rural income growth during this period.
Thayer has experienced modest economic growth and population increase over the past decade, while its racial demographic composition has remained largely static. This stability in racial makeup, coupled with gradual economic improvement, suggests a community that has maintained its traditional character while experiencing some of the economic benefits seen in broader national trends. The slight increases in Hispanic and multiracial populations may indicate the beginning of a very gradual shift towards increased diversity in the future.
