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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 68743: Racial Composition and Economic Trends
CATEGORY
Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
DATA SOURCE
United States Census Bureau: American Community Survey Data (ACS)
Zip code 68743 in Jackson, Nebraska, is categorized as having "Low Diversity" as of 2022. The area is predominantly white (86%), with a small Hispanic population (6%) and minimal representation from other racial groups. The current median income is $71,232.
Over the past decade, Jackson has consistently maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community. The white population has remained the dominant racial group, consistently comprising over 75% of the total population. The white population percentage has fluctuated slightly, ranging from a low of 75% in 2018 to a high of 93% in 2013. The Hispanic community has maintained a noticeable presence, peaking at 12% in 2015 and stabilizing around 6% in recent years. The Native American population emerged and subsequently declined, peaking at 9% in 2018 but decreasing to 3% by 2022. A small but consistent Asian population (around 3-4%) has been present since 2018.
The median income in Jackson has shown some fluctuation but overall stability over the past decade. It rose from $71,506 in 2013 to a peak of $78,587 in 2016, then declined to $69,189 in 2018 before rising again to $77,787 in 2019. As of 2022, the median income stands at $71,232, which is very close to its 2013 level. These economic trends do not appear to correlate strongly with the minor demographic shifts observed.
Population trends show some variability, with a notable increase from 538 in 2019 to 661 in 2021, followed by a slight decrease to 653 in 2022. This recent population growth does not appear to have dramatically altered the racial composition or economic status of the area.
The persistent "Low Diversity" status of Jackson contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in many areas of the United States. The median income of $71,232 in 2022 is above the national median household income (which was around $67,521 in 2020), suggesting that Jackson is relatively economically stable compared to national averages. The community's racial composition, with a strong white majority, is more typical of rural Midwestern areas than of the nation as a whole, which has been experiencing increasing racial diversification.
In conclusion, while Jackson has experienced some minor demographic shifts and economic fluctuations over the past decade, it has maintained its status as a predominantly white, economically stable community with low racial diversity. The subtle changes observed do not indicate a clear trend towards increased diversification, setting it apart from broader national trends in this regard.
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