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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 82838: A Study of Racial Composition from 2013 to 2022
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 82838 in Parkman, Wyoming, is categorized as having "Low Diversity" as of 2022. The area is predominantly white, with 95% of the population identifying as such. The community has a population of 271 as of 2022, with an estimated 104 housing units, indicating a rural or semi-rural setting.
Parkman has consistently maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community from 2013 to 2022. The white population has remained above 89% throughout this period, reaching as high as 96% in 2019. This stability in racial composition suggests a relatively static demographic environment with limited influx of diverse populations.
Minor fluctuations in other racial groups have occurred. The Native American population decreased from 4% in 2013 to 1% in 2022. The Hispanic population fluctuated between 1% and 5%, settling at 1% in 2022. Other races appeared in the data from 2021, constituting 1% of the population. These minor changes do not significantly alter the overall "Low Diversity" categorization of the community.
The median income in Parkman has shown notable fluctuations over the past decade. In 2013, it was $54,268, peaking at $71,146 in 2019, and settling at $57,176 in 2022. Despite these fluctuations, there's a general upward trend in median income from 2013 to 2022, with an overall increase of about 5.4%. This suggests a modest improvement in economic conditions for the average household.
The population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 251 and 287 residents over the decade. This stability in population, combined with the persistent "Low Diversity" categorization, indicates that the community has not experienced significant demographic shifts that might dramatically alter its socio-economic landscape.
The persistent "Low Diversity" status of Parkman contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in many areas of the United States. The median income, while fluctuating, has generally remained above the national poverty line, suggesting a relatively stable economic environment for this small community. The stability in both population and racial composition over a decade is noteworthy, as many rural areas in the U.S. have experienced population decline or demographic shifts due to urbanization and changing economic conditions.
Parkman presents a picture of a stable, predominantly white community with modest economic growth over the past decade. Unlike many areas experiencing rapid demographic changes, this zip code has maintained its low diversity status, suggesting limited external influences or migration patterns affecting its composition. The economic fluctuations, while present, have not dramatically altered the community's overall socio-economic status. This stability may provide both benefits and challenges for the area's future development.
