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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 68715: Predominantly White Population in Battle Creek, Nebraska
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 68715 in Battle Creek, Nebraska, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community as of 2022. The population is 96% white, with a current median income of $67,995 and a total population of 1,757.
Over the past decade, this zip code has maintained its "Low Diversity" status, with the white population consistently above 90%. Minor fluctuations occurred, including a brief approach to "Moderate Diversity" in 2019 when the white population decreased to 91%, with slight increases in Asian (2%) and Hispanic (5%) populations. This shift was temporary, and demographics quickly returned to previous levels.
The Hispanic population showed variability, reaching 5% in 2019-2020 before decreasing to 1% in recent years. The Asian population has gradually increased from 0% in 2017 to 2% in 2022, indicating a slight trend towards increased diversity.
The median income in the area has grown overall in the past decade, increasing from $59,701 in 2013 to $67,995 in 2022, a 13.9% increase. A significant increase occurred between 2016 and 2017, from $65,279 to $72,653. The highest median income was recorded in 2021 at $71,737. Recent years have shown fluctuations with a slight downward trend from the 2021 peak.
The population has grown overall, increasing from 1,403 in 2010 to 1,757 in 2022, a 25.2% increase. The population peaked in 2020 at 1,869 before slightly declining in subsequent years.
The persistent "Low Diversity" classification of this zip code contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity. The overall increase in median income aligns with national trends of economic growth over the past decade. The population growth in this zip code is notable, as many rural areas in the United States have experienced population decline.
In conclusion, zip code 68715 has maintained its low-diversity status over the past decade, with subtle signs of increasing diversity and economic growth. These minor changes could potentially indicate the beginning of a longer-term trend towards greater diversity and economic development in the area. More time and data would be needed to determine if this community is becoming a "Transitional Community" as defined in the study's terms.
