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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 82435: White Majority and Racial Composition Trends
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 82435 in Ralston, Wyoming, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The area has a population of 11,800 and a median income of $64,696. This rural Wyoming community has maintained a predominantly white demographic over the past decade, with minimal representation from other racial groups.
Throughout the 2013-2022 period, Ralston has consistently fallen under the "Low Diversity" category, with the white population consistently above 85%. The white population has seen a slight decrease from 93% in 2013 to 85% in 2022. The Hispanic community has shown the most significant growth, increasing from 5% in 2013 to 8% in 2022. The category of Two or More Races has increased from 2% in 2013 to 4% in 2022. In 2022, the "Other" category appeared at 3%, which was not present in previous years.
These changes suggest a slow transition towards slightly more diversity, potentially indicating the early stages of a "Transitional Community". The median income in Ralston has fluctuated over the past decade. From 2013 to 2022, the median income increased from $61,049 to $64,696, representing a 5.97% growth over nine years. The median income peaked in 2017 at $70,359 but has since declined. The population has grown from 11,200 in 2013 to 11,800 in 2022, a 5.36% increase.
The correlation between demographic and economic trends is subtle but noteworthy. The slight increase in diversity coincides with a period of economic fluctuation. The peak in median income occurred when the white population was around 90%, and the subsequent decline in income has happened alongside a small increase in diversity.
The demographic makeup of Ralston is consistent with many rural areas in the Western United States, which tend to have lower diversity than urban areas. The gradual increase in Hispanic population and individuals of two or more races aligns with broader national trends of increasing diversity, albeit at a much slower pace in this community. Despite recent declines, the median income remains relatively high compared to many rural areas, suggesting some economic resilience in the face of changing demographics.
In conclusion, Ralston remains a "Low Diversity" community with a strong "White Majority". Subtle shifts in demographics and economic indicators suggest the early stages of change. The community appears to be in the very early phases of becoming a "Transitional Community", with slow but steady increases in Hispanic and multiracial populations. These changes, coupled with economic fluctuations, may indicate the beginning of broader socio-economic shifts in this rural Wyoming community.
