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Alsip, Illinois: Demographic Transition from White Majority to Moderate Diversity (2013-2022)
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Alsip in Illinois, as of 2022, is classified as a Moderate Diversity community with a White Plurality. The population of 20,254 is distributed among various racial groups, with whites comprising 49%, Hispanics 25%, and Blacks 21%. The median income of $61,524 in 2022 indicates a middle-class suburban community.
Over the past decade, Alsip has transitioned from a White Majority community to a Moderate Diversity community with a White Plurality. In 2013, whites constituted 63% of the population, representing a Racial Majority. By 2022, this percentage decreased to 49%, just below the majority threshold. The Hispanic population experienced the most substantial growth, increasing from 18% in 2013 to 25% in 2022. The Black population also grew steadily, from 14% to 21% over the same period. This shift indicates a Transitional Community, moving towards increased diversity.
The median income has remained relatively stable over the decade, fluctuating between approximately $59,000 and $65,000. The highest median income of $65,267 in 2018 coincided with the lowest population of 19,953 in the dataset. The overall population has decreased slightly from 21,658 in 2013 to 20,254 in 2022. This minor decrease, coupled with significant demographic shifts, suggests that the changes are likely due to both outmigration of white residents and in-migration of Hispanic and Black residents, rather than purely natural population changes.
The demographic shifts observed in Alsip align with broader trends seen in many suburban areas across the United States, particularly those near major metropolitan areas. The increasing diversity often reflects changing patterns of suburbanization among minority populations and the ongoing evolution of American suburbs from predominantly white enclaves to more diverse communities.
Based on the observed trends, Alsip is likely to continue its trajectory towards increased diversity. Within the next 5-10 years, the community might transition into a High Diversity category. The Hispanic and Black populations are likely to continue growing, potentially reaching or exceeding 30% each, while the white population may decrease to around 40-45%. Economically, the relative stability of median income suggests that this demographic shift is not significantly impacting the overall economic status of the community. However, if the trend continues, a slight decrease in median income might occur as more diverse populations, who historically have faced economic disparities, make up a larger portion of the community.
Alsip exemplifies a Transitional Community, moving from a White Majority suburb to a diverse, multicultural area. This transition reflects broader demographic shifts occurring across many American suburbs and presents both opportunities and challenges for community cohesion, local governance, and economic development.
