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Demographic Analysis of New Lenox, Illinois: Racial Composition and Economic Trends
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
New Lenox, Illinois, is classified as a Low Diversity community with a White Majority. As of 2022, the white population comprises 89% of the total, exceeding the 75% threshold for Low Diversity classification. The city's population has grown steadily over the past decade, increasing from 36,218 in 2010 to 39,456 in 2022. New Lenox has a high median income of $116,798 in 2022, indicating an affluent community.
Throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), New Lenox has maintained its status as a Low Diversity, White Majority community. The white population percentage has decreased slightly from 90% in 2013 to 89% in 2022. There has been a small increase in diversity, with the percentage of residents identifying as two or more races rising from 1% in 2013 to 3% in 2022. The Black and Asian populations have marginally increased from nearly 0% to 1% each. The Hispanic population has remained relatively stable at around 6-7%.
The median income in New Lenox has shown an upward trend, rising from $97,419 in 2013 to $116,798 in 2022, an increase of about 20% over nine years. The most substantial increase occurred between 2020 and 2021, with median income rising from $118,028 to $123,293. There was a slight decrease in 2022, but the overall trend remains positive.
New Lenox's demographic composition differs significantly from national averages. The U.S. as a whole is becoming more diverse, with the white population decreasing to about 60% as of the 2020 census. In contrast, New Lenox maintains a much higher white population percentage. The median household income in the U.S. was about $70,784 in 2021, making New Lenox notably more affluent than the national average.
Based on observed trends, New Lenox will likely continue to experience slow but steady diversification. However, given the current demographic makeup and the gradual pace of change, it is unlikely to transition out of the Low Diversity, White Majority category in the near future. Economically, the area is likely to maintain its affluent status, potentially attracting more diverse, high-income residents. This could lead to a gradual increase in diversity, particularly among Asian and multiracial populations, which have shown the most growth.
If current trends continue, New Lenox might eventually transition into a Moderate Diversity community, but this would likely take several decades at the current rate of change. The community might also be classified as a Transitional Community in the coming years if the growth in diverse populations accelerates, particularly among Hispanic and multiracial residents.
In conclusion, while New Lenox remains a predominantly white, affluent suburb, subtle shifts suggest a slow move towards greater diversity, mirroring broader national trends but at a much more gradual pace.
