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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 83641: Low Diversity and Predominant White Population
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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 83641 (Melba, Idaho) is classified as having "Low Diversity" as of 2022. The population is predominantly white, with 80% identifying as such. The current median income is $68,448, which has increased significantly over the past decade.
Melba has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" area throughout the past decade. The white population has remained the majority, with percentages ranging from 79% to 84% between 2013 and 2022. The Hispanic community has shown some fluctuation, peaking at 19% in 2015 and currently at 16% in 2022. There has been a slight increase in the representation of other racial groups, with Black and Native American populations at 1% each in 2022. The percentage of individuals identifying as two or more races has doubled from 1% to 2% between 2013 and 2022.
The median income in Melba has increased substantially over the observed period. It rose from $53,802 in 2013 to $68,448 in 2022, representing a 27% increase over nine years. A significant jump occurred between 2019 and 2020, with median income rising from $57,319 to $68,368, a 19% increase in one year. The population has fluctuated over the years, with a general upward trend from 2,647 in 2013 to 2,756 in 2022, an increase of about 4%.
The substantial increase in median income, especially the sharp rise between 2019 and 2020, may reflect broader economic trends such as the tight labor market and wage growth seen in many parts of the U.S. during this period. Unlike many urban and suburban areas that have seen rapid diversification over the past decade, Melba has maintained a relatively stable racial composition. This could indicate that it's a more rural or economically specialized area that hasn't experienced significant immigration or demographic shifts. The presence of a consistent Hispanic minority (13-19% over the years) is in line with broader trends of Hispanic population growth in many parts of the U.S., particularly in the West and Southwest.
Melba remains a low diversity area with a strong white majority, but there are subtle signs of increasing diversity. The significant income growth suggests economic development, which could potentially lead to more demographic changes in the future if it attracts new residents from diverse backgrounds. However, the relatively stable racial composition over the past decade indicates that any such changes are likely to be gradual rather than rapid.
