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Demographic Analysis of De Pere, Wisconsin: A Study of Racial Composition from 2013 to 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
De Pere, Wisconsin, is classified as a "Low Diversity" city based on its demographic composition. As of 2022, the white population comprises 90% of the total, which is above the 75% threshold for this classification. The city's population has grown steadily over the past decade, reaching 29,599 residents in 2022, with a corresponding increase in median income to $79,861.
From 2013 to 2022, De Pere has maintained its "Low Diversity" status. The white population has remained the dominant racial group, fluctuating between 89-91% of the total population. Minor increases in diversity have been observed: the Asian population grew from 1% in 2013 to 2% in 2022, with a peak of 4% in 2021; the Hispanic population remained stable at approximately 3%; the Black population increased from 0% to 1%; and the Native American population fluctuated between 0-2%.
The median income in De Pere has shown an upward trend, increasing from $66,320 in 2013 to $79,861 in 2022, representing a 20% rise over the decade. This economic growth has coincided with subtle demographic shifts, indicating that the city's economy has attracted a slightly more diverse population while maintaining overall stability.
The trends in De Pere align with broader national patterns of slow but steady increases in diversity in predominantly white communities, particularly in smaller cities and suburbs. The economic growth observed in De Pere is also consistent with national trends of economic recovery and growth following the 2008 recession.
Based on observed trends, De Pere is likely to continue experiencing slow but steady diversification in the coming years. However, given the current demographic composition and rate of change, it is unlikely that the city will transition out of the "Low Diversity" category in the near future. If current trends continue, a slight increase in the Asian, Hispanic, and Black populations may be expected, with the white population potentially dropping below 90% but likely remaining above the 75% threshold for "Low Diversity". Continued economic growth may attract more diverse residents while maintaining the city's appeal to its current demographic majority.
While not imminent, the most likely future transition for De Pere would be towards the "Moderate Diversity" category. However, this would require significant acceleration in the diversification trend observed over the past decade and would likely take many years or decades at the current rate of change.
In conclusion, De Pere presents a picture of a stable, predominantly white community experiencing slow diversification alongside steady economic growth. While changes are occurring, they are gradual and have not yet significantly altered the overall demographic character of the city.
