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Demographic Analysis of Muscatine, Iowa: White Majority and Hispanic Growth
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Muscatine, Iowa, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a White Majority as of 2022. The city's population is 26,137, with a median income of $59,379. The white population comprises 72% of the total, while the Hispanic community represents 20%.
Over the past decade, Muscatine has maintained its "Low Diversity" status, but shows a trend towards increased diversity. The White population decreased from 79% in 2013 to 72% in 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 16% in 2013 to 20% in 2022. The Black population grew from 1% in 2013 to 3% in 2022. The category of two or more races increased from 1% in 2013 to 4% in 2022.
The median income in Muscatine has grown from $53,739 in 2013 to $59,379 in 2022, a 10.5% increase over the decade. This economic growth has occurred alongside the gradual diversification of the population. The city's population has remained relatively stable, decreasing slightly from 26,556 in 2013 to 26,137 in 2022.
The trends in Muscatine align with broader national patterns of increasing diversity in small to mid-sized cities. The growth in the Hispanic population reflects a nationwide trend of Hispanic population growth in many communities across the United States.
Based on observed trends, Muscatine is likely to continue its gradual transition towards greater diversity over the next decade. Predictions suggest that the city may transition from "Low Diversity" to "Moderate Diversity" within the next 10-15 years. The white majority may decrease to around 65-68% by 2032, while the Hispanic population could reach 23-25%. The category of "Two or more races" may grow to 6-8% by 2032.
If economic trends continue, median income could potentially reach $65,000-$70,000 by 2032, assuming steady growth similar to the past decade. The city may begin to show characteristics of a "Transitional Community" more prominently, with increasing diversity potentially influencing local culture, businesses, and community services.
These predictions indicate that while Muscatine is likely to remain majority white for the foreseeable future, it is on a path towards greater diversity and continued economic growth. This gradual transformation may bring both opportunities and challenges as the community adapts to its changing demographic landscape.
