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Demographic Analysis of Jerseyville, Illinois: Racial Composition and Economic Trends (2013-2022)
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Jerseyville, Illinois, exhibits a demographic profile categorized as "Low Diversity" based on current data. As of 2022, the white population comprises 96% of the total, surpassing the 75% threshold for this classification. The city's median income is $74,273, with a population of 10,514, indicating a relatively stable small urban community.
Over the past decade, Jerseyville has maintained its "Low Diversity" status. The white population has consistently remained above 95% from 2013 to 2022. Minor signs of diversification include a steady 1% Hispanic population since 2013, growth in the "Two or More Races" category from 0% in 2013 to 3% by 2020-2021 (decreasing to 1% in 2022), and the appearance of a 1% Asian population in 2021 and 2022. These changes suggest a slow trend towards increased diversity, though insufficient to alter the city's "Low Diversity" classification.
The median income in Jerseyville has fluctuated significantly over the past decade. It decreased from $56,111 in 2013 to $45,742 in 2016, then sharply increased from $58,074 in 2019 to $80,837 in 2021. The 2022 figure of $74,273 represents a slight decline from the 2021 peak but remains higher than early 2010s levels. These economic shifts do not strongly correlate with the minor demographic changes, suggesting other factors may influence income levels more significantly.
Population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between approximately 10,400 and 10,900 throughout the period, without a clear trend of growth or decline.
Jerseyville's demographic stability contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in many areas. The recent income growth, particularly from 2019 to 2021, may reflect broader economic trends seen during the COVID-19 pandemic and its aftermath, including wage increases in many sectors.
Based on observed trends, Jerseyville is likely to remain in the "Low Diversity" category for the foreseeable future. The high percentage of white residents and slow pace of demographic change suggest that any transition to a different category would take many years at the current rate.
Economically, the sharp income increases in recent years may level off or slightly decline as economic conditions normalize post-pandemic. If the city maintains its economic gains, it could experience continued stability or modest growth in both population and income levels.
Jerseyville presents a picture of a demographically stable, predominantly white community that has experienced recent economic improvements. While there are indications of gradual diversification, these changes are not yet substantial enough to significantly alter the city's demographic character in the near future.
