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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
As of 2022, zip code 59436, encompassing Fairfield in Montana, can be categorized as a "Low Diversity" community. The area is predominantly white, with 91% of the population identifying as such. This classification has remained consistent throughout the analyzed period, though some subtle shifts have occurred.
Throughout the 2013-2022 period, Fairfield has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community with a clear "White Majority." The white population has consistently represented over 90% of the total population, with only minor fluctuations. However, there are signs of a gradual increase in diversity:
1. The white population percentage decreased slightly from 94% in 2013 to 91% in 2022. 2. There's been a small but noticeable increase in the Hispanic population, from 1% in 2013 to 4% in 2022. 3. The "Two or More Races" category increased from 1% in 2013 to 3% in 2022.
While these changes are not dramatic enough to shift the community into a different diversity category, they do suggest a slow trend towards slightly increased diversity, potentially indicating the early stages of a "Transitional Community."
The demographic shifts correlate with some economic trends. There's been a general upward trend in median income, rising from $50,522 in 2013 to $63,045 in 2022, an increase of about 24.8%. The population has grown from 1,689 in 2013 to 2,195 in 2022, an increase of about 30%. The simultaneous increase in median income and population suggests that the area has experienced economic growth, potentially attracting new residents. This economic improvement might be contributing to the slight increase in diversity, as the area becomes more attractive to a broader range of people.
The demographic makeup of Fairfield is less diverse than the national average. As of 2022, the U.S. Census Bureau estimated that the white alone, not Hispanic or Latino population was about 59.3% nationally, significantly lower than Fairfield's 91%. The median household income in Fairfield ($63,045 in 2022) is slightly lower than the national median, which was estimated at $69,717 for 2021 by the U.S. Census Bureau. The population growth rate in Fairfield (30% over 9 years) is higher than the national average, which was about 7.4% from 2010 to 2020.
In conclusion, while Fairfield remains a "Low Diversity" community with a strong "White Majority," there are subtle signs of increasing diversity coupled with population growth and economic improvement. These trends suggest that the community may be in the early stages of demographic transition, albeit at a slower pace than national averages. The economic growth could be a driver for attracting a more diverse population in the future, potentially leading to a more significant shift in the community's demographic makeup in the coming years.