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Demographic Analysis of Woodhull, Illinois: A Study of Racial Composition and Economic Trends
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Woodhull, Illinois, exhibits a demographic profile categorized as "Low Diversity" based on established criteria. As of 2022, the white population comprises 97% of the total, exceeding the 75% threshold for this classification. The village's current median income is $56,537, with a population of 797 as of 2022.
Over the past decade, Woodhull has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community. The white population has remained dominant, consistently above 95% throughout the observed period. Minor changes include the introduction of a small black population (1%) in 2020, a slight decrease in the white population from 98% in 2021 to 97% in 2022, and the emergence of a "two or more races" category at 2% in 2022. These changes suggest the beginnings of a potential long-term trend towards slightly increased diversity, while still remaining within the "Low Diversity" category.
The median income in Woodhull has shown overall growth from $45,624 in 2013 to $56,537 in 2022, an increase of about 24% over nine years. This trend indicates a general improvement in economic conditions. However, fluctuations have occurred, with a peak of $62,903 in 2021 before a decrease in 2022. The population has varied over the years, from a low of 740 in 2019 to a high of 1,076 in 2014. The current population of 797 in 2022 represents a slight decline from the previous year but is higher than the 2019 low point.
Woodhull's demographic homogeneity is not typical of broader national trends, which generally show increasing diversity in many areas of the United States. The economic growth aligns with general trends of increasing median incomes over the past decade, though the recent dip in 2022 may reflect broader economic challenges faced nationwide.
Based on observed trends, Woodhull will likely remain in the "Low Diversity" category for the foreseeable future. However, subtle signs of increasing diversity suggest a very gradual trend towards slightly increased diversity. If this trend continues and accelerates, Woodhull could potentially transition into a "Transitional Community" category over a longer period, characterized by a slow but steady increase in non-white populations, particularly in the Hispanic and multiracial categories.
Economically, if the overall upward trend in median income continues, despite recent fluctuations, it could contribute to attracting a more diverse population seeking economic opportunities. However, this process is likely to be very gradual given the current demographic makeup and the village's small size.
Woodhull remains a predominantly white, low-diversity community. Subtle demographic shifts and economic trends suggest the potential for very gradual change over the long term. Monitoring these trends in the coming years will be crucial to understanding the village's evolving demographic and economic landscape.
