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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 80649: Predominantly White Population with Slight Diversity Increase
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 80649 in Jackson Lake, Colorado, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The area has a population of 523 and a median income of $70,845. This rural zip code, covering 107.78 square miles, has experienced minor demographic changes and significant economic improvements over the past decade.
From 2013 to 2022, Jackson Lake has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority." The white population has consistently remained above 75%, ranging from 78% to 87%. The Hispanic population has fluctuated between 11% and 20% during this period. A slight increase in diversity is indicated by the Hispanic population rising from 14% in 2019 to 20% in 2020, before settling at 16% in 2022. Small percentages of Asian residents and those identifying as two or more races have also emerged in recent years.
The median income in Jackson Lake has shown a significant upward trend, increasing from $45,157 in 2013 to $70,845 in 2022, representing a 57% rise. The population has grown from 446 in 2013 to 523 in 2022, an increase of about 17%. This population growth, combined with rising incomes, may suggest that the area is becoming more attractive to new residents.
The correlation between demographic and economic trends is not strongly evident. Despite minor increases in diversity, the community has remained predominantly white. The economic improvements appear to have benefited the existing population rather than being tied to significant demographic shifts.
The trend of increasing median income in Jackson Lake aligns with broader national trends of economic recovery and growth following the 2008 recession. However, the rate of increase (57% over a decade) appears to be higher than the national average. The persistence of a "Low Diversity" classification with a strong "White Majority" is not uncommon in rural areas of the United States, particularly in the Midwest and Mountain regions. The slight increases in Hispanic population and the emergence of small percentages of other racial groups align with national trends of gradually increasing diversity, even in traditionally homogeneous areas.
Jackson Lake has not undergone dramatic demographic shifts but has experienced notable economic improvements and subtle moves towards increased diversity. These changes, though modest, may be indicative of broader socio-economic trends affecting rural communities across the United States.
