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Demographic Analysis of Larksville, Pennsylvania: A Study of Racial Composition from 2013 to 2022
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Larksville in Pennsylvania exhibits characteristics of Low Diversity, with a predominantly White population (90% in 2022). The city's population decreased from 4,512 in 2010 to 4,240 in 2022. The median income increased from $50,648 in 2013 to $65,098 in 2022, indicating economic improvement for residents.
Larksville has maintained its status as a Low Diversity community, with the White population remaining above 90% for most years. The White population decreased from 97% in 2013 to 90% in 2022. The Black population increased from 1% in 2013 to 4% in 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 1% in 2013 to 3% in 2022. The Asian population and those identifying as two or more races have also seen slight increases.
The median income in Larksville increased by approximately 28.5% from 2013 to 2022. There was a significant increase in median income from $63,980 in 2019 to $73,894 in 2020, and then to $83,808 in 2021, before decreasing to $65,098 in 2022.
The trends in Larksville align with broader national patterns of slowly increasing diversity in many communities, particularly in suburban areas. The economic growth may be part of a larger trend of economic recovery and growth following the 2008 recession, though the sharp increase and subsequent decrease in median income between 2019 and 2022 could be related to the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Based on observed trends, Larksville will likely continue to experience slow but steady diversification. The community may remain categorized as Low Diversity in the near future, but may be moving towards a Transitional Community status. If current trends continue, the White population may drop below 90% in the next 5-10 years. Growth in Black, Hispanic, and multiracial populations may continue. The community may transition from Low Diversity to Moderate Diversity if these trends accelerate.
Economically, the borough may continue to see gradual increases in median income, barring major economic disruptions. However, the volatility seen in recent years suggests that economic forecasts should be made cautiously.
Larksville remains a Low Diversity community with a strong White majority. Subtle demographic shifts and overall positive economic trends point to a slowly evolving landscape. This gradual change, if continued, may lead to increased diversity and potentially new economic dynamics in the coming years.
