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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 60927: Predominant White Population with Subtle Racial Shifts
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 60927 in Clifton, Illinois, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community as of 2022. The area is predominantly white, with 94% of the population identifying as such. This classification has remained consistent over the past decade, although subtle shifts in the demographic makeup and economic status of the community have occurred.
Over the past decade, Clifton has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community. The white population has consistently comprised over 90% of the total, with only minor fluctuations. However, there are indications of a gradual increase in diversity. The Hispanic population increased from 1% in 2013 to 3% in 2022. The population identifying as two or more races grew from 1% in 2013 to 3% in 2022. The Black population appeared in the data at 1% in 2022, where it was previously not measurable. These changes, while small, suggest a slow trend towards increased diversity.
The median income in Clifton has shown significant growth over the observed period. In 2013, it was $59,943. By 2017, it remained relatively stable at $59,860. In 2021, there was a sharp increase to $85,065. In 2022, it decreased to $70,963 but remained higher than pre-2021 levels. This overall upward trend in median income coincides with the subtle increases in diversity, suggesting that economic growth may be attracting a more diverse population to the area.
Population trends show a general decline from 2,539 in 2010 to 2,217 in 2022, with some fluctuations. This decline, coupled with rising incomes, might indicate changing dynamics in the community, such as younger families moving out or an aging population with accumulated wealth.
The persistent "Low Diversity" status of Clifton contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in many areas of the United States. The significant increase in median income, particularly the spike in 2021, may reflect broader economic trends related to the COVID-19 pandemic, such as increased savings or changes in employment patterns. The population decline in Clifton goes against the trend of many suburban areas experiencing growth, which might suggest unique local factors affecting population dynamics.
While Clifton remains a predominantly white, low-diversity community, subtle shifts in demographics and more pronounced changes in economic status indicate a community in slow transition. The combination of rising incomes and gradual increases in minority populations suggests that the area may be on the cusp of more significant demographic changes in the coming years, potentially moving towards a "Transitional Community" status if current trends continue.
