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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 75158: White Majority and Emerging Diversity
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 75158 in Scurry, Texas, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The area has a population of 6,507 and a median household income of $85,324. Demographic shifts have been observed over the past decade.
The white population has remained the racial majority from 2013 to 2022, declining from 89% to 78%. The Hispanic population has grown from 6% in 2013 to 13% in 2022. The Black population has increased from 2% in 2013 to 4% in 2022. The percentage of individuals identifying as two or more races has doubled from 2% in 2013 to 4% in 2022.
The median household income has increased from $61,098 in 2013 to $85,324 in 2022, representing a 39.6% increase. The population has fluctuated, decreasing from 5,401 in 2010 to 5,070 in 2018, before increasing to 6,507 in 2022. The gradual increase in diversity appears to correlate with rising incomes.
The income growth in this zip code exceeds the national average. The persistence of a strong white majority is less common in rapidly growing areas. The growth in Hispanic population aligns with broader trends seen across Texas and many parts of the United States.
Scurry remains a "Low Diversity" community with a strong "White Majority," but shows signs of a slow transition towards increased diversity. This demographic evolution, coupled with economic growth, suggests a community in the early stages of change. If current trends continue, Scurry may eventually transition to a "Moderate Diversity" classification. The correlation between increasing diversity and rising incomes may shape the community's future development.
