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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 82923: Predominantly White Population in Boulder, Wyoming
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Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 82923 in Boulder, Wyoming, is categorized as having "Low Diversity" as of 2022. The community is predominantly white, with 95% of the population identifying as such. This classification has remained consistent over the past decade, with minor fluctuations in diversity levels.
Throughout the 2013-2022 period, Boulder has maintained a "White Majority" status, with the white population never dropping below 84%. From 2013 to 2019, there was a slight decrease in the white population percentage, from 88% to 85%. The years 2017-2019 showed the highest levels of diversity within this period, with the white population at 84-85%. Since 2020, there has been a reversal of this trend, with the white population increasing to 95% by 2022, solidifying the area's "Low Diversity" classification.
The median income in Boulder has shown a declining trend over the past decade. Peak median income was observed in 2015 at $96,790. Since then, there has been a consistent decrease, reaching $75,138 in 2022. This represents a decline of approximately 22% in median income over seven years. This economic decline coincides with the period of slightly increased diversity (2015-2019) and continues through the return to lower diversity levels (2020-2022).
Population trends have been variable. The population grew from 2,121 in 2013 to a peak of 2,522 in 2020. There was a sharp decline to 1,886 in 2021, followed by an increase to 2,317 in 2022. These fluctuations do not appear to correlate strongly with either income trends or racial composition changes.
The persistent "White Majority" status of Boulder is not uncommon for rural areas in Wyoming, which tends to be less diverse than many other states. The declining median income trend may reflect broader economic challenges in rural America, such as the decline of traditional industries or limited economic diversification. The population fluctuations, particularly the sharp decline in 2021, could be related to broader trends such as the COVID-19 pandemic's impact on rural communities.
Boulder has experienced minor demographic fluctuations over the past decade but remains a predominantly white, low-diversity area. The most significant changes have been economic, with a notable decline in median income. These trends suggest that the community may be facing economic challenges that could have long-term implications for its demographic composition and overall development.
