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Demographic Analysis of Millbourne, Pennsylvania: Asian Plurality and Racial Diversity
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Millbourne, Pennsylvania, is a small city with a population of 1,425 as of 2022. The community is categorized as a "Majority-Minority" area with a strong "Asian Majority" tendency. The city's median income of $41,983 in 2022 is lower than many urban areas in the United States, suggesting potential economic challenges.
Over the past decade, Millbourne has undergone significant demographic changes. In 2013, the community was classified as having "Moderate Diversity" with a significant Asian population (47%). By 2019, it had transitioned into an "Asian Majority" community, with the Asian population reaching 67%. Recent years have seen a slight decline in the Asian percentage, bringing it back to a "Majority-Minority" status by 2022, with Asians (58%) and Blacks (29%) forming the two largest groups.
The Hispanic population has steadily declined from 12% in 2014 to 0% in 2022, while the Black population has increased from 16% in 2013 to 29% in 2022. The White population has fluctuated but generally decreased from 16% in 2013 to 10% in 2022.
The median income in Millbourne has shown an overall upward trend, rising from $32,934 in 2013 to $41,983 in 2022. This represents a 27.5% increase over nine years. There have been fluctuations, with a significant drop in 2014 to $28,146, followed by a generally steady increase.
The population has also fluctuated, starting at 1,142 in 2013, peaking at 1,291 in 2014, and then stabilizing around 1,150-1,250 before jumping to 1,425 in 2022. This recent population increase coincides with a slight decrease in median income, suggesting an influx of new residents may have temporarily affected the overall economic statistics.
The demographic shifts in Millbourne reflect broader national trends of increasing diversity in many urban and suburban areas. The growth in the Asian and Black populations, coupled with the decline in the White population, is consistent with patterns seen in many parts of the United States, particularly in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions.
The median income, while showing improvement, remains below the national median household income, indicating that Millbourne faces some economic challenges compared to national averages.
Based on the observed trends, it is likely that Millbourne will continue to be a "Majority-Minority" community with a strong Asian presence. The increasing Black population suggests the city might transition towards a more balanced "High Diversity" category in the coming years if this trend continues.
Economically, the steady increase in median income over most of the past decade suggests a potential for continued modest growth. However, the recent population increase and slight income decrease in 2022 should be monitored to determine if it is a temporary fluctuation or the beginning of a new trend.
Millbourne is evolving into an increasingly diverse community with a growing economy, albeit one that still lags behind national averages. The city's future will likely be characterized by continued demographic shifts and gradual economic improvement, potentially positioning it as a model for small, diverse communities navigating demographic and economic changes.
