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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 71485: Trends in Racial Composition from 2013 to 2022
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 71485 in Woodworth, Louisiana, is classified as a "White Majority" community with low to moderate diversity as of 2022. The area has a population of 2,554 and a median household income of $66,900. The white population remains dominant at 81%, but there has been a gradual increase in minority representation over the past decade.
From 2013 to 2022, Woodworth has maintained its status as a "White Majority" community. The white population decreased from 87% in 2013 to 81% in 2022. The Black population increased from 5% in 2013 to 11% in 2022. The Hispanic population fluctuated, peaking at 12% in 2019 before decreasing to 5% in 2022. There has been a gradual increase in people identifying as two or more races, from 0% in 2013 to 2% in 2022.
The median household income has shown fluctuation over the past decade. It peaked at $69,693 in 2019 and reached its lowest point at $55,128 in 2018. As of 2022, the median income is $66,900. The population has grown from 1,862 in 2013 to 2,554 in 2022, a 37% increase.
The trend of increasing diversity in Woodworth aligns with broader national trends of growing diversity in many American communities. The median household income of $66,900 in 2022 is above the national median of about $70,784 (as of 2021). The population growth rate of 37% over a decade is significantly higher than the national average, which typically hovers around 7-8% per decade.
Woodworth is experiencing a gradual transition towards greater diversity, while maintaining a strong economic position. The community remains predominantly white but is slowly evolving towards a more diverse demographic profile. This change, coupled with steady population growth and relatively high median incomes, suggests a community in transition that may continue to see demographic shifts in the coming years. The economic stability of the area may be a factor in attracting a more diverse population, potentially leading to further changes in the racial and ethnic makeup of the community.
