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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 81301: A Predominantly White Community
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
As of 2022, zip code 81301 in Durango, Colorado, is classified as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority". The population is 79% white, with a median income of $70,159. This demographic profile has remained relatively stable over the past decade, with minor shifts in racial composition and economic indicators.
From 2013 to 2022, Durango has maintained its "Low Diversity" and "White Majority" status. The white population has decreased slightly from 81% to 79%. The Hispanic population has remained between 9-12%. The Native American population increased from 4% to 6%. The population identifying as two or more races increased from 1% to 4%. These changes suggest a slow trend towards increased diversity, potentially indicating early stages of a "Transitional Community".
The median income in Durango has shown an overall upward trend. In 2013, it was $60,596. It peaked at $77,168 in 2021 and stood at $70,159 in 2022. This represents an overall increase of about 16% over the decade, outpacing inflation for much of this period. The population grew from 27,956 in 2013 to 29,382 in 2022, an increase of about 5%.
The economic growth appears to have occurred alongside subtle demographic shifts, potentially indicating that the area's increasing prosperity may be attracting a slightly more diverse population. However, the changes are not significant enough to alter the community's overall demographic profile.
Durango's trends align with some broader patterns seen in many parts of the United States. These include slow but steady increases in diversity, particularly in previously homogeneous areas; growth in the population identifying as two or more races; and economic growth in attractive small to mid-sized cities, often accompanied by population growth. However, Durango's changes are more subtle than those seen in rapidly diversifying areas of the country.
Durango remains a "Low Diversity" area with a strong "White Majority". There are early indications of a gradual shift towards slightly increased diversity. This shift has occurred alongside overall economic growth, suggesting a stable community experiencing modest demographic evolution. Continued monitoring of these trends will be crucial to understand if Durango is in the early stages of a more significant demographic transition or if these changes represent a new equilibrium for the community.
