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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 62338 in Fowler, Illinois, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community as of 2022. The white population comprises 98% of the total, surpassing the 75% threshold for this category. The area has a population of 945 and a median income of $70,047.
From 2013 to 2022, Fowler has maintained its "Low Diversity" status. The white population has remained dominant, fluctuating between 98% and 99%. No significant transitions between diversity categories have occurred, indicating a stable racial composition. The Hispanic population has shown a slight increase from 0% in 2013 to 1% in 2022, with a peak of 2% in 2021.
The median income in Fowler has demonstrated an upward trend, rising from $62,313 in 2013 to $70,047 in 2022, representing a 12.4% increase over the decade. This trend suggests a gradual improvement in the community's economic conditions.
The population has fluctuated over the years, starting at 1,085 in 2013, peaking at 1,198 in 2019, and then declining to 945 in 2022. This recent population decrease has not negatively impacted the median income, which has continued to rise. The stability in racial composition alongside the increasing median income suggests that the economic growth has primarily benefited the existing white majority population.
Fowler's maintenance of its homogeneous racial composition contrasts with national trends of increasing diversity in many areas. The median income growth in Fowler aligns with broader national trends of economic recovery and growth following the 2008 recession. However, the recent population decline is noteworthy and may reflect broader rural-to-urban migration patterns seen in many parts of the country.
Fowler represents a stable, low-diversity community that has experienced modest economic growth over the past decade. While there are slight indications of increasing diversity, these changes are minimal and have not significantly altered the community's demographic or economic landscape. The area's ability to maintain and increase its median income despite recent population decline suggests a resilient local economy, though it may face challenges in attracting or retaining a more diverse population in the future.