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Demographic Analysis of Pontoosuc, Illinois: Low Diversity and Racial Composition
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Pontoosuc in Illinois is categorized as a "Low Diversity" area, with a predominantly white population of 94% in 2022. The village's median income in 2022 was $43,240, and its population was 609, indicating a slight decline in recent years.
Throughout the period from 2013 to 2022, Pontoosuc has consistently remained in the "Low Diversity" category. However, subtle shifts have occurred within this classification. The white population percentage decreased slightly from 98% in 2013 to 94% in 2022. There has been a small increase in the Hispanic population, from 1% in 2013 to 5% in 2022. The "two or more races" category fluctuated, reaching 6% in 2019 but dropping to 0% by 2022. These changes suggest a very slow trend towards slightly increased diversity, though not sufficient to alter the village's diversity classification.
The median income in Pontoosuc has shown considerable fluctuation. It increased from $33,181 in 2013 to a peak of $46,458 in 2017, followed by a significant drop to $32,793 in 2019. It has since recovered to $43,240 in 2022. The population has generally declined from 711 in 2010 to 609 in 2022, with some fluctuations in between. The economic trends do not show a clear correlation with the minor demographic shifts.
The slight increase in Hispanic population could be part of a wider trend of Hispanic population growth in many parts of the United States.
Based on the observed trends, Pontoosuc is likely to remain in the "Low Diversity" category in the near future. However, if the slow increase in Hispanic population continues, the village might eventually transition towards a "Moderate Diversity" category, though this would likely take many years at the current rate of change. The economic outlook is less clear due to the fluctuations in median income. If the recovery trend since 2019 continues, the village might see further increases in median income, potentially attracting new residents and slowing or reversing the population decline.
In conclusion, Pontoosuc shows signs of very gradual diversification and economic recovery, but these changes are occurring slowly. The village remains predominantly white with a relatively stable, though fluctuating, economic situation. Any significant demographic or economic shifts would likely require external factors such as changes in local industry, migration patterns, or broader economic trends affecting the region.
