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Demographic Transition in Zip Code 76066: White Majority with Growing Hispanic Population
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 76066 in Millsap, Texas, is classified as a "White Majority" community with a significant Hispanic presence as of 2022. The area has transitioned towards greater diversity over the past decade. The current median income is $85,128 and the population is 4,316.
The area has shifted from a "Low Diversity" community in 2013, with 89% white population, to a more diverse "White Majority" (70%) community in 2022. The Hispanic population has grown from 8% in 2013 to 24% in 2022, indicating a trend towards a "Transitional Community." The percentage of individuals identifying as two or more races has increased from 2% in 2013 to 5% in 2022.
The median income has fluctuated over the decade, decreasing from $78,783 in 2013 to $65,554 in 2016, then increasing to $124,911 in 2021, before settling at $85,128 in 2022. The population has grown from 3,201 in 2013 to 4,316 in 2022, a 34.8% increase. The periods of highest income growth coincide with the most rapid increases in Hispanic population and overall diversity.
The trends observed in this zip code align with broader patterns seen in many suburban and rural areas across the United States. These include increasing diversity in traditionally homogeneous communities, economic fluctuations post-2008 recession with strong recovery in recent years, and population growth in smaller towns near larger metropolitan areas.
The rapid income growth and diversification suggest that Millsap may be experiencing suburbanization or benefiting from regional economic development, attracting a more diverse, affluent population. The subsequent income decline in 2022 warrants attention to ensure sustainable community development and integration of new residents.
Zip code 76066 exemplifies a community in transition, moving from low diversity to a more multicultural composition while experiencing significant economic changes. These shifts present both opportunities and challenges for community cohesion, local services, and future development planning.
