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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 73722: Racial Composition and Economic Trends (2013-2022)
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 73722 in Burlington, Oklahoma, is classified as having Low Diversity as of 2022. The white population comprises 85% of the total, meeting the criteria for racial group dominance exceeding 75%. The median income for this area in 2022 was $72,806, with a population of 537 people.
Over the past decade, Burlington has maintained its Low Diversity status. The white population has remained the dominant racial group, ranging between 81% and 91% from 2013 to 2022. Minor shifts in racial composition have occurred. Asian and Black populations have grown from no recorded presence in 2013 to 3% and 1% respectively in 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 3% in 2013 to 5% in 2022. The multiracial population fluctuated, peaking at 14% in 2016 before decreasing to 6% in 2022.
The economic trajectory of Burlington has been positive. The median income increased from $50,674 in 2013 to $72,806 in 2022, a 43.7% increase. The population grew from 454 in 2013 to 537 in 2022, an 18.3% increase. The gradual increase in diversity has coincided with economic prosperity, possibly indicating that economic growth has attracted a slightly more diverse population.
Burlington's median income growth exceeds national averages. The U.S. median household income grew by approximately 10% between 2013 and 2022, adjusted for inflation, while Burlington experienced a more substantial increase. The town's racial composition remains less diverse than the national average. In 2022, the U.S. population was approximately 59% white (non-Hispanic), significantly lower than Burlington's 85%. The population growth rate of 18.3% over nine years is higher than the national average of around 7% for the same period.
Burlington remains a Low Diversity community with a strong white majority. It has experienced subtle demographic shifts towards increased diversity. These changes have occurred alongside significant economic growth and population increase, indicating a gradually evolving community that maintains its traditional demographic character while experiencing economic prosperity.
