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Demographic Analysis of Equality, Illinois: A Predominantly White Community
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Equality, Illinois, is categorized as a "Low Diversity" community. As of 2022, the city's population of 900 is predominantly white (94%), with minimal representation from other racial groups. The median income in 2022 was $43,815, slightly lower than the previous year but higher than many earlier years in the decade.
Throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), Equality has consistently maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community. The white population has remained above 90% for the entire decade, with only minor fluctuations. There are subtle signs of increasing diversity, including the introduction of a small black population (1-2%) from 2017 onwards, and the appearance of Native American (2%) and two or more races (2%) categories in 2022. These changes suggest a very gradual trend towards slightly increased diversity, though not enough to shift the community out of the "Low Diversity" category.
The median income in Equality has fluctuated over the decade. It started at $43,999 in 2013, dropped to a low of $37,187 in 2018, peaked at $52,262 in 2021, and settled at $43,815 in 2022. These economic shifts do not appear to correlate strongly with the minor demographic changes. The population has fluctuated between 765 (2017) and 984 (2018), with no clear trend. The 2022 population of 900 is close to the 2013 figure of 937, suggesting overall population stability despite year-to-year variations.
Equality's demographic makeup is notably less diverse than many urban areas in Illinois and across the United States. The gradual increase in diversity, while minimal, aligns with broader national trends towards increasing diversity in many communities.
Based on the observed trends, it is likely that Equality will remain a "Low Diversity" community in the near future. However, the subtle increases in minority populations suggest a very slow transition towards slightly more diversity. If this trend continues and accelerates, the community might eventually transition into a "Moderate Diversity" category, but this would likely take many years at the current rate of change.
Economically, the income fluctuations make predictions challenging. The recent peak in 2021 followed by a decrease in 2022 could indicate economic volatility. It is difficult to predict whether incomes will stabilize, continue to fluctuate, or trend in a particular direction.
In conclusion, while Equality shows signs of very gradual demographic change, it remains a predominantly white, low-diversity community with a relatively stable population and fluctuating economic indicators. The coming years may see a continued, slow increase in diversity, but dramatic shifts are unlikely based on current trends.
