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Demographic Analysis of Pekin, Illinois: A Predominantly White City with Minimal Racial Diversity
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Pekin, Illinois, exhibits a demographic profile categorized as "Low Diversity" based on established criteria. As of 2022, the white population comprises 92% of the total, exceeding the 75% threshold for this classification. The city's current median income is $58,108, with a population of 40,932 as of 2022.
Over the past decade, Pekin has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community. The white population has remained dominant, decreasing slightly from 95% in 2013 to 92% in 2022. This minor shift does not qualify for a transition to another category but indicates a slow trend towards increased diversity.
The most notable changes include a slight increase in the Black population from 1% to 2%, an increase in the Hispanic population from 1% to 2%, the emergence of a small Asian population (1% by 2022), and an increase in individuals identifying as two or more races, from 1% to 3%. These changes suggest a gradual move towards increased diversity, but the pace is extremely slow and has not significantly altered the city's demographic makeup.
The median income in Pekin has shown a steady increase from $53,795 in 2013 to $58,108 in 2022, representing a growth of about 8% over nine years. This growth rate is modest but positive, indicating a slow improvement in economic conditions. The population has been gradually declining, from 43,019 in 2013 to 40,932 in 2022.
Pekin's demographic composition is significantly less diverse than the United States as a whole. The slow pace of diversification in Pekin contrasts with broader national trends towards increasing diversity in many urban and suburban areas.
Based on observed trends, Pekin will likely continue to be categorized as "Low Diversity" for the foreseeable future. If current trends continue or accelerate, a very gradual transition towards "Moderate Diversity" might occur over the next few decades. Economically, if current trends persist, continued slow growth in median income can be expected.
Pekin is experiencing very gradual demographic changes and slow economic growth, remaining a predominantly white, low-diversity community. The challenge for the future will be to address the declining population trend while fostering economic opportunities that can attract and retain a more diverse population, potentially leading to a more varied community composition in the long term.
