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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 68647: Predominantly White Population in Monroe, Nebraska
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 68647 in Monroe, Nebraska, is classified as having "Low Diversity" as of 2022. The population is 96% white. The median income is $77,066, and the population has grown to 1,204 residents.
Monroe has maintained its "Low Diversity" status over the past decade. The white population has remained above 95% from 2013 to 2022. Minor changes in diversity include a consistent 1% Hispanic population since 2017, a 1% Black population emerging in 2021, a brief 1% Asian population in 2021, and fluctuations between 0% and 1% for the Two or More Races category since 2018.
The median income in Monroe has increased from $59,375 in 2013 to $77,066 in 2022, representing approximately 30% growth. The most significant increase occurred between 2019 and 2021, rising from $69,434 to $80,197. A slight decrease was observed from 2021 to 2022. The population grew from 985 in 2013 to 1,204 in 2022, a 22% increase.
The economic growth in the area has not significantly altered its racial composition. The community has maintained low diversity while experiencing economic improvement.
Monroe's persistent low diversity contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity. The income growth of 30% over a decade surpasses the typical national average income growth of 2-3% annually. The population growth of 22% over a decade is higher than the U.S. average of 0.5-0.7% annually in recent years.
Monroe demonstrates a case of substantial economic and population growth while maintaining a homogeneous racial composition. This suggests that the area's growth may be driven by factors other than increasing diversity, such as local economic development or migration within similar demographic groups. The community's growth without significant changes in racial composition differs from many growing communities nationwide that often experience increased diversity alongside economic growth.
