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Demographic Analysis of Logantown: A Study of Racial Composition and Economic Trends
CATEGORY
Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Logantown, a neighborhood in Altoona, Pennsylvania, is categorized as "Low Diversity" based on demographic data. As of 2022, the white population comprises 82% of the total residents. The neighborhood experienced population growth from 1,532 residents in 2010 to 1,711 in 2022. Economically, Logantown's median income increased from $22,166 in 2013 to $27,727 in 2022.
Throughout the decade, Logantown has remained in the "Low Diversity" category, with the white population maintaining a majority. The white population percentage fluctuated, peaking at 89% in 2018-2019 and declining to 82% by 2022. The "Two or More Races" category increased from 3% in 2013 to 10% in 2022. The Black population decreased from 8% in 2013 to 6% in 2022, with fluctuations in between. The Hispanic population remained relatively stable at 1-3% throughout the decade.
The neighborhood has experienced a positive economic trajectory, with median income increasing by about 25% from 2013 to 2022. This economic improvement correlates with some demographic shifts. The increase in median income coincides with a slight decrease in the white population percentage. The growth in the "Two or More Races" category aligns with the income increase. Despite the overall positive trend, there were fluctuations in median income, with a notable dip in 2015-2017, which coincided with a slight increase in the white population percentage.
Logantown's demographic changes reflect broader national trends of increasing diversity, particularly in the growth of multiracial populations. The economic improvement in Logantown is notable, especially considering that many small American cities have struggled economically in recent years. Logantown's median income of $27,727 in 2022 is below the national median household income, indicating that while progress has been made, the neighborhood still faces economic challenges compared to national averages.
The slow pace of diversification in Logantown contrasts with rapid demographic changes seen in many urban areas across the U.S., suggesting that smaller, more rural communities may be experiencing these shifts at a different rate than larger metropolitan areas. While Logantown remains a predominantly white, low-diversity neighborhood, subtle demographic shifts and notable economic improvements over the past decade suggest a community in gradual transition. These changes, though modest, align with broader national trends towards increased diversity and economic recovery in small-town America.
