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Demographic and Racial Composition Analysis of Zip Code 60188: White Majority with Increasing Diversity
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 60188 in Carol Stream, Illinois, is classified as a "Moderate Diversity" community with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The white population comprises 55% of the total, while Asian and Hispanic communities represent 18% and 16% respectively. The area has experienced economic growth, with the median income increasing from $86,000 in 2013 to $96,772 in 2022, indicating a prosperous suburban community.
Carol Stream has transitioned from a "Low Diversity" community towards "Moderate Diversity" over the past decade. In 2013, the white population constituted 65% of the total, decreasing to 55% by 2022. The Asian population has grown from 14% in 2013 to 18% in 2022, while the Hispanic population has increased slightly from 15% to 16%. The Black population has remained relatively stable at 5-6%. These changes suggest that Carol Stream is becoming a "Transitional Community" with increasing representation from minority groups.
The demographic shifts in Carol Stream have occurred alongside economic growth. The median income increase from $86,000 in 2013 to $96,772 in 2022 represents a 12.5% rise over nine years, outpacing inflation for the same period. The increasing diversity has coincided with rising incomes, suggesting that new residents, particularly from the growing Asian community, may be contributing to the area's economic prosperity. The population has remained relatively stable during this period, indicating changes in composition rather than significant growth or decline.
The trends observed in Carol Stream align with broader national patterns of increasing diversity in suburban areas. Many suburbs across the United States have experienced growing Asian and Hispanic populations over the past decade, often accompanied by economic growth.
The median household income in Carol Stream ($96,772 in 2022) is higher than the national median ($70,784 in 2021), indicating a relatively affluent suburb. The community's ability to maintain high incomes while becoming more diverse suggests successful integration of new residents into the local economy.
Carol Stream represents a transitional suburban community successfully navigating demographic changes while maintaining economic prosperity. The increasing diversity, particularly the growth in Asian and Hispanic populations, coupled with rising incomes, indicates a dynamic and evolving community. If these trends continue, Carol Stream may transition from a "White Majority" area to one of "High Diversity", potentially bringing new cultural influences and economic opportunities to the community.
