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Demographic Analysis of Carnegie, Pennsylvania: Racial Composition and Economic Trends
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Carnegie, Pennsylvania, is categorized as a "Low Diversity" community with a white majority. As of 2022, the white population constitutes 79% of the total, with a population of 8,067 and a median income of $64,050. This borough, covering 1.62 square miles, has experienced demographic shifts over the past decade.
Carnegie has maintained its "Low Diversity" status throughout the analyzed period, but shows signs of a gradual transition towards increased diversity. The white population has decreased from 85% in 2013 to 79% in 2022. The black population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 9-13% over the decade. There has been an increase in the Hispanic population from 0% in 2013 to 3% in 2022 and those identifying as two or more races from 2% to 5%. The Asian population has grown from 0% to 2% over the period.
The demographic shifts correlate with economic trends. Median income has risen from $53,353 in 2013 to $64,050 in 2022, an increase of about 20%. This income growth coincides with the gradual diversification of the community. The population has remained relatively stable, with a slight increase from 7,974 in 2013 to 8,067 in 2022.
The trends observed in Carnegie align with broader national patterns of increasing diversity in suburban areas. The growth in median income also reflects a general trend of economic recovery and growth in the post-2008 recession era, particularly in small to mid-sized communities.
Based on the observed trends, Carnegie will likely continue its trajectory towards greater diversity over the next decade. The white majority will likely continue to decrease, potentially falling below 75% within the next 5-10 years. The Hispanic, Asian, and multiracial populations will likely continue to grow. If economic growth continues to correlate with increased diversity, median income may continue to rise.
Carnegie is on a path towards greater diversity, accompanied by positive economic indicators. While still categorized as "Low Diversity," the community shows signs of transitioning towards a more varied demographic makeup, which could bring both opportunities and challenges for community cohesion and local policy-making in the coming years.
