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Zip Code 64862: Low Diversity and White Majority in Sarcoxie, Missouri
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 64862 in Sarcoxie, Missouri, is characterized as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The racial composition shows 91% of the population identifying as white, with a median household income of $48,768. This rural area covers 86.79 square miles and has a population of 3,774 as of 2022, indicating a relatively sparse population density.
Over the past decade, Sarcoxie has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community with a strong "White Majority". The percentage of white residents has fluctuated slightly, from 94% in 2013 to 91% in 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 1% in 2013 to a peak of 8% in 2017, before declining to 4% in 2022. The percentage of individuals identifying as two or more races has shown a gradual increase from 1% in 2013 to 4% in 2022.
The median household income has shown an upward trend over the decade, rising from $39,540 in 2013 to $48,768 in 2022, an increase of about 23%. The period of highest Hispanic population (2016-2018) coincided with a significant jump in median income. Population figures have remained relatively stable, with a slight increase from 3,292 in 2013 to 3,774 in 2022.
Sarcoxie's demographic changes reflect broader national trends of increasing diversity, albeit on a much smaller scale. The income growth in Sarcoxie is roughly in line with national trends, suggesting that the area is keeping pace with broader economic developments despite its rural nature and low diversity.
The reversal of the Hispanic population growth after 2018 is noteworthy and may indicate local economic or social factors that discouraged continued settlement of Hispanic residents. This contrasts with many areas of the U.S. that have seen sustained growth in Hispanic populations.
Sarcoxie remains a "Low Diversity" community with a strong "White Majority", but there are subtle signs of demographic changes. These shifts, coupled with steady economic improvement, suggest a community that is slowly evolving while maintaining its core demographic character. The correlation between periods of increased diversity and economic growth may provide insights for future community development strategies.
