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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 61054: Racial Composition and Income Trends (2013-2022)
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 61054 in Mount Morris, Illinois, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The racial composition indicates that 91% of the population identifies as white, with minimal representation from other racial groups. The median income for 2022 was $47,076.
Mount Morris has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" over the past decade. From 2013 to 2022, the white population remained above 90%. There are subtle indications of a slowly emerging "Transitional Community". The Hispanic population increased from 0% in 2013 to 3% in 2022. The Black population grew from 0% to 2% in the same period. The "Two or More Races" category increased from 0% to 3%. These changes suggest a gradual trend towards slightly increased diversity, although still within the "Low Diversity" category.
The median income in Mount Morris has shown moderate growth over the past decade. In 2013, the median income was $35,092. By 2022, it had increased to $47,076, representing a growth of about 34% over nine years. This income growth coincides with the subtle increase in racial diversity. However, the overall population has decreased from 4,438 in 2013 to 3,743 in 2022, a decline of about 15.6%.
The demographic trends in Mount Morris are moving at a slower pace compared to national trends towards increased diversity. Mount Morris remains predominantly white with only slight increases in minority populations.
The modest income growth, coupled with population decline, suggests that the community may be facing economic challenges common to many small, rural Midwestern towns. These often include outmigration of younger residents to urban areas with more diverse job opportunities, an aging population remaining in the community, and challenges in attracting new businesses or industries to stimulate economic growth.
While the subtle increases in diversity and income are positive signs, they may not be sufficient to counteract the overall population decline. This situation presents both challenges and opportunities for community leaders to address economic development, attract new residents, and potentially embrace the slowly growing diversity to revitalize the local economy and community life.
Mount Morris exemplifies a small, predominantly white Midwestern community showing early signs of transition. While still firmly in the "Low Diversity" category, the subtle demographic shifts and moderate income growth over the past decade suggest a community in the early stages of change. How local leaders and residents respond to these trends will likely shape the community's future trajectory in terms of diversity, economic vitality, and population retention.
