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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 76082: White Majority and Gradual Diversification
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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 76082 in Carter, Texas, is categorized as having Low Diversity with a White Majority as of 2022. The area has a population of 21,791 and a median household income of $74,135. This analysis examines the community's evolution over the past decade.
From 2013 to 2022, Carter maintained a White Majority status, with the white population comprising over 75% of the total. The white population decreased from 86% in 2013 to 80% in 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 11% in 2013 to 15% in 2022. The category "Two or More Races" rose from 1% to 3%. These changes suggest a gradual shift towards increased diversity, indicating a slow Transitional Community status.
The economic landscape of Carter improved over the decade. Median household income increased from $64,146 in 2013 to $74,135 in 2022, representing a 15.6% growth. The population grew from 17,355 in 2013 to 21,791 in 2022, a 25.6% increase. The rising median income coincides with the gradual increase in diversity, suggesting the area may be attracting more diverse, middle to upper-middle-class families. The significant population growth indicates Carter is becoming an increasingly attractive place to live, potentially contributing to the slow but steady diversification of the community.
The trend of increasing diversity in Carter aligns with broader national trends of growing diversity in suburban and rural areas. The substantial population growth of 25.6% over a decade outpaces the national average, suggesting faster-than-average development and attraction of new residents. The increase in median household income of 15.6% over a decade is notable, suggesting economic resilience or benefits from regional economic strengths.
Carter remains a predominantly white community with Low Diversity. There are clear indications of a gradual transition towards greater diversity. This shift is occurring alongside positive economic trends, suggesting continued growth and development that may attract a more diverse population in the future. The community's evolution reflects broader national trends of increasing diversity, but at a slower pace, indicating local factors may influence the rate of demographic change.
