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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 61534: A Predominantly White Community
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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 61534 in Green Valley, Illinois, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community as of 2022. The population is 98% white, a composition that has remained stable over the past decade with minimal changes.
From 2013 to 2022, Green Valley has consistently maintained its "Low Diversity" status. The white population has remained above 97% throughout this period, indicating no significant shift towards increased diversity. The Hispanic population has fluctuated between 1-2% of the total population, while other racial groups have minimal or no representation in the data.
The stability in racial composition indicates that Green Valley has not experienced notable demographic transitions over the past decade. The community has remained predominantly white, with little influx of other racial groups or significant outmigration of the majority population.
The median income in Green Valley has fluctuated within a relatively stable range. In 2013, it was $63,986, and by 2022 it reached $63,668, showing a slight decrease. Notable variations include a peak in 2021 at $71,213 and higher median incomes around $66,400 in 2015-2016. These economic trends do not appear to correlate strongly with demographic shifts, given the stability of the racial composition.
Population trends show some variability, ranging from 1,753 in 2012 to 1,978 in 2014. The 2022 population of 1,862 represents a slight decline from the peak but remains relatively stable compared to the beginning of the decade.
Green Valley's demographic stability contrasts with broader national trends towards increasing diversity. Its persistent "Low Diversity" categorization suggests it may be somewhat isolated from national demographic shifts. Economically, the median income in Green Valley has generally kept pace with or slightly exceeded the national median household income.
In conclusion, Green Valley demonstrates demographic and economic stability over the past decade, maintaining its status as a predominantly white, low-diversity community with a relatively steady median income. This stability contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity and may reflect the village's rural location and established community structure.
