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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 60031: A Study of 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
The zip code 60031 in Gurnee, Illinois, is classified as a "White Majority" community with "Moderate Diversity" as of 2022. The white population represents 60% of the total, with Hispanic (15%), Asian (13%), and Black (8%) populations comprising other significant racial groups. The median income of $106,069 in 2022 indicates an affluent community, exceeding the national average.
Over the past decade, Gurnee has transitioned from a "White Majority" community with "Low Diversity" to one with "Moderate Diversity." The white population decreased from 64% in 2013 to 60% in 2022. This change is primarily attributed to increases in Asian and Hispanic populations. The community shows signs of becoming a "Transitional Community," with the Asian population growing from 10% in 2013 to 13% in 2022, and those identifying as two or more races increasing from 2% to 3% during the same period.
The demographic shifts correlate with an upward trend in median income. The median income rose from $98,015 in 2013 to $106,069 in 2022, representing an 8.2% growth over the decade. This suggests that the increasing diversity in the community has been accompanied by economic growth.
A significant spike in median income occurred in 2021, reaching $114,934, followed by a decrease in 2022. This fluctuation may be related to economic changes caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and its aftermath. The population has remained relatively stable over the decade, with minor fluctuations. It decreased slightly from 36,855 in 2013 to 36,118 in 2022, a decrease of about 2%.
The trends observed in Gurnee align with broader national patterns of increasing diversity in suburban areas. Many suburbs across the United States have experienced growth in Asian and Hispanic populations over the past decade, often correlating with economic growth and stability. The median income in Gurnee ($106,069 in 2022) is significantly higher than the national median household income (approximately $70,784 in 2021), indicating an affluent suburb.
The stability of the population, despite increasing diversity and rising incomes, suggests that the community is managing growth and change effectively. This balanced demographic evolution indicates a community that is successfully adapting to the challenges and opportunities presented by increasing diversity in American suburbs.
