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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 77480: Transition from Low to Moderate Diversity
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 77480 in Sweeny, Texas, is classified as a "White Majority" community with moderate diversity as of 2022. The white population comprises 59% of the total, while Hispanic residents make up 25%. The median income is $63,433, indicating a middle-class suburban area. The population of 7,457 is distributed across 115.8 square miles.
Sweeny has transitioned from a "Low Diversity" community to one with "Moderate Diversity" over the past decade. In 2013, the white population was 70%, meeting "Low Diversity" criteria. By 2022, this percentage decreased to 59%, while the Hispanic population increased from 15% to 25%. This shift suggests a trend towards a more diverse community, potentially approaching "Transitional Community" status. The growth in the Hispanic population and a slight increase in the "Two or More Races" category (from 0% to 3%) indicate gradual but steady diversification.
The median income in Sweeny has fluctuated over the past decade, showing an overall upward trend. In 2013, it was $65,614, declining to $58,256 in 2016 before rising to $74,973 in 2021. The 2022 figure of $63,433 suggests a slight regression while maintaining a higher level than mid-decade lows. These economic changes appear to correlate with demographic shifts. Initial decreases in median income may be due to an influx of lower-income residents or economic challenges faced by newcomers. The subsequent increase suggests successful integration and economic growth within the diversifying population.
The population has fluctuated, decreasing from 7,078 in 2010 to 6,500 in 2017, before increasing to 7,457 in 2022. This recent growth coincides with increased diversity and economic recovery, suggesting the area has become more attractive to a wider range of residents.
The demographic changes in Sweeny reflect broader trends seen across many suburban areas in the United States, particularly in Texas. The growth of the Hispanic population is consistent with statewide demographic shifts, as Texas has experienced significant increases in its Hispanic population over the past decade.
The economic fluctuations, including the mid-2010s dip and subsequent recovery, mirror national economic trends, including the effects of oil industry volatility on Texas communities and the broader economic recovery post-2008 recession.
Sweeny exemplifies a community in transition, moving from a predominantly white, low-diversity area to a more diverse, economically dynamic suburb. This transition presents both challenges and opportunities as the community adapts to changing demographics while working to maintain and improve economic prosperity for all residents.
