Throughout this period, the community has consistently displayed Moderate Diversity, with two dominant racial groups and small but increasing representations of Asian and multiracial populations.

The median income in the area has fluctuated over the years, showing some correlation with demographic shifts. As the community transitioned towards a more balanced racial composition, median income increased from $43,035 in 2013 to $47,667 in 2014. During the period of Majority-Minority status, median income generally decreased, reaching a low of $39,066 in 2018. As the community began shifting towards a White majority, median income showed signs of recovery, reaching $45,082 in 2021 before slightly declining to $42,686 in 2022.

Population figures have remained relatively stable, fluctuating between about 4,400 and 4,900 residents throughout the decade.

The demographic shifts observed in this zip code align with broader trends seen in many parts of the United States, particularly in the Southwest. The increasing diversity and the growth of Hispanic populations are consistent with national demographic trends. However, the recent shift back towards a White majority is somewhat unusual.

The economic fluctuations, particularly the decline in median income during the mid-2010s followed by a recent recovery, may reflect broader economic trends such as the recovery from the 2008 financial crisis and the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Zip code 85173 in Superior, Arizona, has experienced significant demographic and economic changes over the past decade. It has transitioned from a community with a Hispanic plurality to one with a slight White majority, while maintaining moderate diversity throughout. These demographic shifts have been accompanied by fluctuations in median income, suggesting a complex interplay between racial composition and economic factors in this area.