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Demographic Analysis of Friesland, Wisconsin: A Predominantly White Community
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Friesland, Wisconsin, is classified as a Low Diversity community with a predominantly White population of 95% in 2022. The village has experienced a population increase from 912 in 2013 to 1,107 in 2022, representing a growth of approximately 21%. Concurrently, the median income has risen from $58,499 in 2013 to $71,999 in 2022, marking a 23% increase over the decade.
Throughout the period from 2013 to 2022, Friesland has maintained its status as a Low Diversity community. The White population has consistently remained above 95% for most years, with minimal representation from other racial groups. The Hispanic population fluctuated between 1-4% from 2013 to 2020, decreased to 0% in 2021, and rose to 1% in 2022. In 2022, a small increase in the Black population (2%) and the emergence of a Two or More Races category (1%) were observed.
The economic growth in Friesland has occurred while maintaining the community's racial homogeneity, suggesting that the improved economic conditions have not significantly altered the demographic makeup of the village. The population growth and income increase in Friesland are positive trends that distinguish it from some other rural communities that have faced population decline and economic stagnation.
The village's lack of racial diversity contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in many urban and suburban areas. This suggests that Friesland may be somewhat insulated from broader demographic shifts occurring in more populous regions.
Based on the observed trends, it is likely that Friesland will continue to be categorized as a Low Diversity community in the near future. The slight increases in minority populations in 2022 might indicate the very early stages of a potential transition towards slightly more diversity. However, given the slow pace of change, it would likely take many years for the community to shift into a different category, such as Moderate Diversity.
If current economic trends continue, further increases in median income and potentially more population growth might be expected. This could potentially attract more diverse residents over time, but based on the data, any such change would likely be gradual.
In conclusion, while Friesland has experienced positive economic growth and population increase over the past decade, its racial composition has remained largely unchanged. The community remains firmly in the Low Diversity category, with only minor indications of potential future diversification. The economic improvements have not yet translated into significant demographic shifts, suggesting a stable, predominantly White community that is growing economically but changing slowly in terms of racial diversity.
