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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 85356: White and Hispanic Population Trends
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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 85356 in Yuma, Arizona, is classified as a "White Majority" community as of 2022. The area has a population of 4,286 with a median income of $55,560. This classification is based on the white population comprising 69% of the total, which exceeds the 50% threshold for a racial majority.
Over the past decade, this zip code has undergone significant demographic changes. From 2013 to 2018, the area showed characteristics of a "Transitional Community." The Hispanic population increased from 31% to 47%, while the white population decreased from 62% to 50%. By 2018, the community could be classified as having "Moderate Diversity," with two significant racial groups: White (50%) and Hispanic (47%).
In recent years, there has been a reversal of the earlier trend. The white population has increased to 69% by 2022, while the Hispanic population decreased to 28%, returning the area to a "White Majority" classification.
The median income in the area has shown steady growth, rising from $41,578 in 2013 to $55,560 in 2022, an increase of about 33.6% over a decade. During the "Transitional Community" period (2013-2018), median income grew from $41,578 to $50,754, a 22% increase. As the area returned to a "White Majority" (2019-2022), income growth continued but at a slower rate, rising from $51,461 to $55,560, an 8% increase.
The population has fluctuated significantly over this period. It peaked at 6,188 in 2016 during the period of increasing diversity, then declined to 4,286 by 2022 as the area returned to a White Majority.
The initial increase in diversity followed by a return to a white majority is contrary to many national trends, where diversity typically increases over time in most communities. The steady increase in median income aligns with national trends of economic recovery and growth following the 2008 recession. The significant population fluctuation, particularly the recent decline, is unusual and may reflect complex local dynamics involving migration, economic opportunities, and possibly housing market shifts.
This zip code presents a case of demographic flux, moving from a White Majority to increased diversity and then back again, while experiencing steady economic growth. These changes likely reflect complex local dynamics which have reshaped the community's composition over the past decade.
