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Demographic Shift in Zip Code 60438: From White Majority to Black Plurality
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 60438 in Lansing, Illinois, is classified as a "Majority-Minority" community with "Moderate Diversity" as of 2022. The area has transitioned from a predominantly white community to one where minority groups form the majority. The current racial composition shows a Black plurality (48%), followed by White (27%) and Hispanic (19%) populations, with smaller representations of other racial groups.
The community underwent significant demographic shifts over the past decade. In 2013, it was characterized by a "White Majority" (50%). By 2017, it had transitioned to a "Majority-Minority" status, with the white population declining to 43% and continuing to decrease thereafter. As the white population decreased, the Black population grew from 34% in 2013 to 48% in 2022, establishing a "Black Plurality" by 2018.
The Hispanic population has shown steady growth, rising from 13% in 2013 to 19% in 2022, contributing to the area's increasing diversity. The percentage of individuals identifying as two or more races has increased from negligible levels to 3% by 2022, indicating a trend towards a more diverse community.
Economic trends in the area show fluctuations in median income. There was a notable increase from $59,278 in 2013 to $70,264 in 2021, followed by a decrease to $64,954 in 2022. The population has grown modestly from 28,026 in 2013 to 28,732 in 2022, suggesting a relatively stable community despite demographic changes. Despite significant demographic shifts, the community has maintained and even improved its median income levels, indicating economic resilience in the face of change.
The demographic evolution of this zip code reflects broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas. The transition from a white majority to a majority-minority community with a growing Black and Hispanic population is consistent with patterns observed in many American suburbs, particularly those near major metropolitan areas.
The economic trends, showing overall income growth despite demographic shifts, suggest that this community has managed to navigate these changes while maintaining economic stability. The steady increase in the Hispanic population and those identifying as multiracial aligns with national trends of growing diversity and increasing racial complexity in American communities.
Zip code 60438 in Lansing, Illinois, exemplifies a "Transitional Community" that has evolved from a predominantly white suburb to a diverse, majority-minority area over the past decade. This transition has been accompanied by relative economic stability, suggesting a community that has adapted to demographic changes while maintaining its economic footing.
