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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 70516 in Branch, Louisiana, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The area's median income in 2022 was $51,155, with a population of 1,834 residents. This analysis examines the community's evolution over the past decade.
From 2013 to 2022, Branch maintained its "Low Diversity" status with a "White Majority." The white population percentage decreased from 91% in 2013 to 78% in 2022. The percentage of residents identifying as two or more races increased from 2% in 2013 to 15% in 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 0% in 2013 to 3% in 2022. The Black population increased slightly from 2% to 4% over the decade.
The median income in Branch fluctuated significantly over the past decade. The community experienced its highest median income in 2018 at $95,100. There was a sharp decline in median income from $91,849 in 2021 to $51,155 in 2022, nearly a 44% drop. The median income has shown high variability throughout the decade.
The period of highest income (2018-2019) coincided with a slight increase in diversity, particularly in the two or more races category. The recent sharp decline in income (2021-2022) occurred alongside a continued increase in racial diversity, particularly in the two or more races category. The population has remained relatively stable over the decade, ranging from about 1,500 to 1,900 residents, with no clear correlation to income or diversity changes.
The trend of increasing diversity, albeit slow, aligns with broader national trends of growing diversity in many communities across the United States. The sharp income decline in recent years may be reflective of broader economic challenges. The community's persistent "Low Diversity" status, despite some changes, suggests that Branch may be changing more slowly than some other areas of the country in terms of racial demographics.
Branch remains a "Low Diversity" community with a strong "White Majority," but there are signs of a gradual shift towards greater diversity, particularly in the growth of multiracial residents. The economic volatility experienced over the past decade, especially the recent sharp decline in median income, may have significant implications for the community's future development and demographic composition. These trends warrant continued monitoring to understand their long-term impacts on the local community structure and economy.