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Demographic Analysis of Mansfield, Pennsylvania: A Study of 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
Mansfield, Pennsylvania, exhibits a low diversity demographic profile with a strong White majority. As of 2022, the white population constitutes 90% of the total, categorizing the community as "Low Diversity." The city's current median income is $35,460, with a population of 3,024, indicating a small, predominantly white community with moderate economic challenges.
Over the past decade, Mansfield has maintained its status as a Low Diversity community with a White majority. The white population has remained above 90% throughout this period, with minor fluctuations. The Black population has increased slightly from 1% in 2014 to 4% in 2022. The Hispanic population has remained relatively stable between 3-5%. The Asian population has consistently been very low, at or near 0%. The Two or More Races category has shown a slight increase from 1% to 3% over the decade. Despite these minor changes, the community has not transitioned to a different diversity category.
The median income in Mansfield has shown significant fluctuations over the past decade. It peaked in 2017 at $43,929, followed by a sharp decline to $33,010 in 2019, with a modest recovery to $35,460 in 2022. These economic shifts do not appear to correlate strongly with the minor demographic changes observed. However, the overall trend of declining and then stagnating incomes might contribute to a slight decrease in the white population percentage and a small increase in minority populations.
Population trends show a general decline from 3,619 in 2013 to 3,024 in 2022, potentially indicating broader economic challenges in the area.
The persistent Low Diversity classification of Mansfield contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in many areas of the United States. The economic fluctuations, particularly the sharp decline in median income between 2017 and 2019, may reflect broader economic challenges faced by small towns in Pennsylvania or the United States as a whole.
Based on observed trends, Mansfield will likely remain in the Low Diversity category with a White majority in the near future. However, slight increases in minority populations, particularly in the Black and Two or More Races categories, suggest a very slow trend towards increased diversity. If this trend continues and accelerates, the community might eventually transition into a "Moderate Diversity" category, but this would likely take many years at the current rate of change.
Economically, the modest recovery in median income since 2019 suggests potential stabilization. However, the overall population decline remains a concern. If this trend continues, it could lead to further economic challenges for the community, which might accelerate demographic changes as residents seek opportunities elsewhere or as the community attracts new residents with different demographic profiles.
In conclusion, while Mansfield currently remains a Low Diversity, White majority community with moderate economic challenges, subtle demographic shifts and economic pressures may gradually reshape its profile over the coming years. Monitoring these trends will be crucial for local policymakers and community leaders in addressing future challenges and opportunities.
