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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Mountain View, Missouri, is a city with a population of 4,162 as of 2022. The city is categorized as having "Low Diversity" based on recent data. The racial composition is 95% white. The median income in 2022 was $41,166.
Over the past decade, Mountain View has maintained its "Low Diversity" status. The white population has remained above 95% throughout this period, with minimal representation from other racial groups. There have been slight increases in Hispanic and two or more races categories, but these changes are not significant enough to alter the city's diversity classification.
The city has experienced economic growth over the past decade. The median income has increased from $26,455 in 2013 to $41,166 in 2022, representing a 56% increase. This growth suggests improving economic conditions for residents, despite the lack of significant demographic changes.
Population figures have remained relatively stable, fluctuating between approximately 3,900 and 4,300 residents throughout the decade. This stability in population, combined with the increasing median income, may indicate a gradual improvement in the overall economic health of the community without attracting a significant influx of new residents from diverse backgrounds.
Mountain View's lack of racial diversity contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in many urban and suburban areas. The city's economic growth, however, aligns with broader patterns of economic recovery and growth observed in many parts of the United States following the 2008 recession.
Based on observed trends, it appears likely that Mountain View will maintain its "Low Diversity" status in the near future. The minimal changes in racial composition over the past decade suggest that rapid diversification is unlikely. However, the consistent, albeit small, increases in Hispanic and multiracial populations could potentially lead to a very gradual shift towards slightly more diversity.
Economically, if the trend of increasing median income continues, Mountain View may see further improvements in its economic profile. This could potentially attract more residents, which might slowly increase diversity over time. However, given the current trends, any such changes would likely be gradual and might not be sufficient to shift the city into a new diversity category in the immediate future.
Mountain View has experienced significant economic growth over the past decade, while its demographic composition has remained largely unchanged. The city exemplifies a stable, predominantly white community that has seen economic improvements without significant racial diversification. Future changes, if any, are likely to be gradual, maintaining the city's current "Low Diversity" classification for the foreseeable future.