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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Atlantic, Iowa, as of 2022, is categorized as a city with Low Diversity. The white population comprises 93% of the total, exceeding the 75% threshold for this category. The city's population is 7,105 with a median income of $51,207.
From 2013 to 2022, Atlantic has consistently maintained its Low Diversity categorization. The white population has remained dominant, ranging from 93% to 95%. Slight increases in diversity occurred, with small percentages of Asian and Black residents (1% each) by 2022, but these changes have not altered the overall demographic categorization.
The median income in Atlantic increased from $42,282 in 2013 to $51,207 in 2022, representing a growth of about 21%. This economic improvement occurred alongside minimal demographic changes. The population slightly declined from 7,266 in 2013 to 7,105 in 2022, a decrease of about 2.2%.
Atlantic appears resistant to the national trend of increasing diversity, maintaining its predominantly white demographic composition. The economic growth, while positive, may not be sufficient to attract a more diverse population or retain younger, potentially more diverse residents.
Based on observed trends, Atlantic is likely to remain in the Low Diversity category for the foreseeable future. The rate of demographic change is extremely slow, with no indications of a rapid shift towards greater diversity.
If the slight increases in Asian and Black populations continue and accelerate, a very gradual transition towards a Moderate Diversity category might occur over the next couple of decades. This would require continued economic growth and potentially targeted efforts to attract and retain a more diverse population.
The economic trajectory suggests continued income growth, which could potentially attract more diverse residents in the long term. However, without significant changes in local policies or external factors, any transition is likely to be very gradual.
Atlantic has experienced positive economic growth, but its demographic composition remains highly homogeneous. The city faces the challenge of potentially becoming more attractive to a diverse population while maintaining its economic progress. Future policies aimed at economic development might need to consider strategies for increasing diversity to align with broader national trends and potentially boost long-term economic resilience.