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Demographic Analysis of Rio, Illinois (61472): 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
The zip code 61472 in Rio, Illinois, is categorized as having "Low Diversity" as of 2022. The community is predominantly white, with 89% of the population identifying as such. The current median income is $76,444, showing an increase over the past decade.
Throughout the period from 2013 to 2022, Rio has maintained a "Low Diversity" classification. The white population has remained the racial majority, consistently comprising over 75% of the total population. There has been a slight decrease in the white population from 95% in 2013 to 89% in 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 3% in 2013 to 6% in 2022. A small black population emerged, first recorded at 1% in 2018. Multiracial individuals have maintained a steady presence of around 2-4% throughout the period.
The median income in Rio has shown an upward trend, rising from $62,190 in 2013 to $76,444 in 2022, an increase of about 23% over the decade. This economic growth correlates with the subtle demographic shifts. The increase in median income coincides with a slight diversification of the population. The Hispanic population growth from 3% to 6% aligns with the period of most substantial income growth. The community has maintained economic growth while experiencing a minor decrease in the white population percentage.
The population has fluctuated over the years, peaking at 700 in 2013 and 2016, and decreasing to 635 by 2022. This population decline, despite rising median incomes, could suggest changing local dynamics, possibly related to housing availability or cost of living increases.
The trend of increasing diversity, albeit slow, aligns with broader national trends of growing diversity in many American communities. The significant increase in median income (23% over a decade) outpaces many national averages and could indicate a growing local economy or changing job market. The persistent "Low Diversity" classification, despite minor changes, suggests that Rio may be changing more slowly than some other parts of the country in terms of racial demographics. The declining population despite rising incomes could indicate a trend of urbanization or migration to larger metropolitan areas, a pattern seen in many rural American communities.
Rio remains a predominantly white, low-diversity community. Subtle shifts in demographics and significant economic growth over the past decade suggest a community in slow transition. The challenge for local leaders may be to leverage this economic growth to attract and retain a diverse population, potentially accelerating the community's evolution towards greater diversity in the coming years.
