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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 62010: Predominantly White Community with Limited Racial Diversity
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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 62010 in Bethalto, Illinois, is characterized as a community with low diversity as of 2022. The population is 95% white. The median income is $69,312, which exceeds the national median household income of approximately $67,000 for 2022.
Bethalto has maintained its status as a community with low diversity over the past decade. The white population has remained the majority, ranging between 94% and 96% from 2013 to 2022. This demographic stability indicates minimal influx of diverse populations.
There are minor indications of a gradual increase in diversity. The Black population has increased from 0% in 2013 to 1% in 2022. The Hispanic population has remained at 1-2% throughout the decade. The population identifying as two or more races has grown from 1% in 2013 to 3% in 2022.
The median income in Bethalto has shown an upward trend over the past decade. It was $60,845 in 2013, peaked at $71,560 in 2021, and stood at $69,312 in 2022. This represents a growth of about 14% over the decade, suggesting a gradual improvement in economic conditions.
The population has decreased slightly from 10,943 in 2013 to 10,329 in 2022, a 5.6% decline. This modest population decrease, coupled with rising incomes, may indicate a trend of higher-income residents staying while lower-income residents move out.
The demographic stability of Bethalto contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity. The economic growth in the area aligns with broader national trends of economic recovery and growth following the 2008 recession. However, the persistence of low diversity suggests that this economic growth has not been accompanied by significant demographic changes.
In conclusion, Bethalto has experienced positive economic growth over the past decade while remaining a community with low diversity. The subtle increases in minority populations hint at potential future demographic shifts, but these changes are occurring at a much slower pace than in many other parts of the United States. The community's economic improvements appear to have primarily benefited the existing majority population, with little evidence of significant demographic diversification.
