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Demographic Analysis of Fairview, Illinois: A Study of Racial Homogeneity
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Fairview, Illinois, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community. As of 2022, the city has a population of 1,217 and is predominantly white (100%), with a median household income of $80,760. This small community has undergone minor demographic and economic changes over the past decade.
From 2013 to 2022, Fairview has consistently been categorized as "Low Diversity". The white population has remained dominant, never falling below 92% and often reaching 98-100% of the total population. Minor fluctuations in diversity have occurred, with small percentages of Hispanic residents (up to 4% in 2017) and residents of two or more races (up to 3% in 2015) appearing in some years. These small shifts did not significantly alter the community's overall categorization.
The median household income in Fairview has shown an upward trend over the past decade. It increased from $54,900 in 2013 to $80,760 in 2022, representing a 47% growth. This increase in median income coincides with the maintenance of the community's low diversity status, suggesting that the economic growth has primarily benefited the existing white majority population.
The population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 1,010 and 1,221 residents over the decade. The slight increase in population (from 1,191 in 2013 to 1,217 in 2022) coupled with rising incomes may indicate that the area has become more attractive to affluent white residents.
Fairview's demographic composition is atypical for Illinois, which is generally more diverse. The village's lack of diversity and increasing median income might suggest it is a relatively affluent enclave within a more diverse region.
Based on the observed trends, it appears likely that Fairview will remain a "Low Diversity" community in the near future. The consistent and extremely high percentage of white residents, coupled with rising median incomes, suggests a stable community composition resistant to significant demographic changes.
If the minor fluctuations in Hispanic and multi-racial populations seen in previous years were to re-emerge and grow, the community could potentially transition towards a "Transitional Community" category. This would require a sustained increase in non-white populations over several years, which is not strongly indicated by the current data.
Economically, if the trend of rising median incomes continues, Fairview may become increasingly attractive to affluent residents. This could further reinforce its current demographic makeup, potentially making it even less likely to diversify in the future.
In conclusion, while Fairview has experienced significant economic growth over the past decade, its racial composition has remained remarkably stable. The community serves as a case study of a small, homogeneous town maintaining its demographic character amidst broader societal changes towards increased diversity.
