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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 61039: Persistent White Majority in German Valley, Illinois
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 61039, encompassing German Valley in Illinois, is characterized by Low Diversity with a White Majority of 99% as of 2022. This demographic composition has remained consistent over the past decade, with only minor fluctuations in diversity.
From 2013 to 2022, German Valley maintained its Low Diversity status, with the White Majority consistently exceeding 90% of the population. In 2018, the community experienced its most diverse year, with the white population at 91% and the Hispanic population at 7%. By 2020, the white population increased to 98%, a trend that continued through 2022. The Asian population has remained consistently low, never exceeding 3%, while the Black population has been virtually non-existent throughout the decade.
The median income in German Valley has shown fluctuations over the past decade. From 2013 to 2019, it remained relatively stable between $51,000 and $56,000. In 2020, it rose significantly to $74,932, further increasing to $78,746 in 2021. However, 2022 saw a decrease to $62,402, though still higher than pre-2020 levels. These economic shifts do not appear to correlate strongly with the minor demographic fluctuations observed.
Population trends show a general decline from 1,059 in 2019 to 890 in 2022, which could potentially impact the local economy and services.
The demographic makeup of German Valley contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity. While many urban and suburban areas across the United States have seen growing minority populations, this rural Illinois community has maintained its homogeneous racial composition.
The economic volatility observed, particularly the sharp increase in median income from 2019 to 2021 followed by a decline in 2022, may reflect broader economic trends related to the COVID-19 pandemic and its aftermath. Many rural areas experienced economic shifts during this period, though the specific factors driving German Valley's income changes would require further investigation.
German Valley represents a stable, Low Diversity community that has largely resisted the demographic shifts seen in many other parts of the country. While it has experienced some economic volatility in recent years, these changes have not significantly altered its racial composition. The community's ability to maintain its demographic character in the face of national trends towards diversification could be a subject for further study, particularly in the context of rural American communities.
