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Demographic Evolution of Deerfield Colony, Montana: A Study of Racial Composition and Economic Growth
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Deerfield Colony in Montana is classified as a "Low Diversity" community as of 2022. The racial composition is predominantly white at 95%, with minimal representation from other racial groups. This community of 279 people has undergone notable demographic and economic changes over the past decade.
From 2013 to 2022, Deerfield Colony has consistently maintained its "Low Diversity" categorization. The white population has remained above 90% throughout this period, with only minor fluctuations in other racial groups. A slight increase in the white population from 94% in 2013 to 95% in 2022 has further solidified its low-diversity status.
The Native American population has shown variability, reaching a peak of 4% in 2019-2020 before decreasing to 1% in 2022. The Hispanic population and those identifying as two or more races have also experienced minor fluctuations but continue to represent a small portion of the overall population.
Economically, Deerfield Colony has experienced significant growth. The median income has increased from $44,139 in 2013 to $82,343 in 2022, nearly doubling over this period. This substantial rise in median income indicates growing economic prosperity within the community.
The population has fluctuated over the years, reaching a low of 188 in 2016 before increasing to 279 in 2022, which exceeds the 2013 population of 227. This suggests that the community has become more attractive for residents, possibly due to the increasing median income.
Based on observed trends, Deerfield Colony is likely to maintain its "Low Diversity" categorization in the near future. The white population has remained consistently high, with only minor fluctuations in other racial groups.
Economically, if the trend of increasing median income continues, further population growth may occur as the area becomes more attractive to potential residents. However, this growth may be limited by the community's small size and potentially limited housing stock.
If the community experiences significant population growth and attracts more diverse residents, it could potentially transition towards a "Moderate Diversity" category. However, given the current demographic makeup and historical trends, this transition would likely take many years and require substantial changes in local demographics.
Deerfield Colony presents a case of a small, predominantly white community experiencing significant economic growth while maintaining its low diversity status. The interaction between its growing economic prosperity and demographic composition will be of interest in the coming years.
