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Demographic Evolution in Zip Code 37665: Persistent White Majority and Economic Growth
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 37665 in Kingsport, Tennessee, is characterized as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority." As of 2022, the white population comprises 92% of the total, with a median income of $36,711 and a population of 4,288.
Throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), this zip code has consistently maintained its "Low Diversity" status with a strong "White Majority." However, there have been subtle shifts within this overall stable racial composition.
The white population percentage has fluctuated slightly, from 88% in 2013 to 92% in 2022, showing a minor increase in the white majority. The black population has remained consistently low, ranging from 0% to 2% over the decade. The Hispanic community has shown minor fluctuations, ranging from 2% to 4%, without a clear trend of growth or decline. The category of Two or More Races saw a notable decrease from 8% in 2014-2015 to just 1% in 2022, suggesting a potential shift in how residents identify racially or a change in the multiracial population.
The median income in this zip code has shown a consistent upward trend, rising from $23,531 in 2013 to $36,711 in 2022, representing an increase of about 56% over the decade. This growth in median income correlates with the slight increase in the white majority percentage, suggesting a possible relationship between racial homogeneity and economic improvement in this specific area.
The population has remained relatively stable, with minor fluctuations. It decreased from 4,167 in 2013 to 3,849 in 2020, but then increased again to 4,288 in 2022. This recent population growth coincides with the peak in median income, potentially indicating improved economic opportunities attracting new residents.
While national trends have generally shown increasing diversity in many urban and suburban areas, this zip code appears to be moving in the opposite direction, maintaining and slightly increasing its racial homogeneity. This trend diverges from the broader national movement towards greater diversity in many communities.
The significant increase in median income (56% over a decade) outpaces the national average income growth rate, which typically hovers around 2-3% annually. This suggests that this zip code has experienced stronger economic growth compared to national averages.
However, it's important to note that despite this growth, the median income of $36,711 in 2022 still falls below the national median household income, which was approximately $70,784 in 2021. This indicates that while the area has seen substantial economic improvement, it still lags behind national economic standards.
Zip code 37665 presents a case of a community maintaining low diversity and a strong white majority while experiencing significant economic growth. This stability in racial composition, coupled with economic improvement, sets it apart from many other areas experiencing rapid demographic changes. Future analysis could explore the factors contributing to this stability and whether it will be sustained in the face of broader national trends towards increased diversity.
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