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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 60561: White Majority with Emerging Diversity
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 60561 in Darien, Illinois, is classified as a "White Majority" community with "Low Diversity" as of 2022. The area has a population of 22,497 and a median household income of $103,452, indicating an affluent suburban setting. The white population comprises 75% of the community, with signs of gradual diversification over the past decade.
From 2013 to 2022, Darien has maintained its status as a "White Majority" community. The white population has decreased from 80% in 2013 to 75% in 2022. The Asian population has remained stable at around 10% throughout the decade. The Hispanic population has shown the most significant growth, increasing from 5% in 2013 to 9% in 2022. The Black population has remained relatively constant at around 3%. The population identifying as two or more races has slightly increased from 2% to 3%.
The demographic shifts correlate with a steady increase in median household income. Median income has risen from $82,889 in 2013 to $103,452 in 2022, an increase of about 25% over the decade. This economic growth coincides with the gradual increase in diversity, particularly the growth in the Hispanic population. The population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 22,000 and 22,700 throughout the decade.
The trend of increasing diversity in suburban areas is consistent with broader national patterns, where traditionally homogeneous suburbs are slowly becoming more diverse. The significant increase in median income (25% over a decade) outpaces the national average and suggests that Darien is becoming increasingly affluent. The stability of the Asian population at 10% is higher than the national average, indicating that Darien may be particularly attractive to Asian-American families.
While Darien remains a "White Majority" community with "Low Diversity," there are indications of a gradual transition towards greater diversity. This shift, coupled with significant economic growth, suggests that the area is slowly evolving into a more diverse, affluent suburb. If current trends continue, Darien may move towards a "Moderate Diversity" classification in the coming years, potentially altering the social and cultural landscape of the community.
