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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Hometown, Pennsylvania, is classified as a Low Diversity community with a White Majority. As of 2022, the white population constitutes 97% of the total population. The city has experienced economic fluctuations over the past decade, with a median income of $97,221 in 2022, representing an increase from previous years.
From 2013 to 2022, Hometown has maintained its status as a Low Diversity, White Majority community. The white population has consistently remained above 94%. A slight increase in residents identifying as two or more races has occurred, rising from 2% in 2013 to 3% in 2022. This minor shift does not alter the overall diversity categorization but may indicate the beginning of a slow diversification trend.
The median income in Hometown has shown significant variability over the past decade. From 2013 to 2017, median income declined from $72,765 to $52,097. Since 2017, this trend has reversed. Median income increased sharply, reaching $135,648 in 2021 before decreasing to $97,221 in 2022. This economic improvement coincides with a modest population increase from 1,310 in 2019 to 1,790 in 2022.
The lack of significant racial diversification alongside substantial economic growth suggests that the existing majority white population has experienced improved economic conditions, rather than changes driven by demographic shifts.
Hometown's racial homogeneity is atypical for many urban and suburban areas in the United States, which have generally trended towards greater diversity over the past decade. The dramatic income growth in recent years outpaces national averages, suggesting local economic factors or development initiatives may be influential.
Based on observed trends, Hometown will likely maintain its status as a Low Diversity, White Majority community in the near future. The slight increase in residents identifying as two or more races may continue, potentially leading to a gradual increase in diversity over time. However, this change is occurring at a slow pace, making a significant shift in categorization unlikely in the short to medium term.
Economically, the area appears to be in a growth phase. If this trend continues, it could attract new residents, potentially including more diverse populations seeking economic opportunities. However, given the current demographic makeup, any transition towards greater diversity would likely be a slow process.
In the absence of significant external factors or targeted initiatives to promote diversity, Hometown is most likely to remain categorized as a Low Diversity community with a White Majority for the foreseeable future. The most probable change, if current trends continue, would be a gradual transition towards a "Transitional Community" over a longer period, marked by slow but steady increases in racial diversity alongside continued economic growth.