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Demographic Analysis of Philadelphia, Missouri (63463): Persistent Low Diversity with White Majority
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Philadelphia, Missouri (zip code 63463) is classified as a Low Diversity community with a White Majority. As of 2022, the white population constitutes 97% of the total, with minimal representation from other racial groups. The area has experienced modest population growth over the past decade, increasing from 666 residents in 2010 to 762 in 2022. The median income has also increased, rising from $49,506 in 2013 to $65,609 in 2022.
Throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), Philadelphia has consistently maintained its status as a Low Diversity, White Majority community. The white population has remained dominant, never dropping below 96% of the total. There have been slight fluctuations in other racial categories, but these changes have been minimal and have not significantly altered the overall demographic composition.
The community has shown small signs of increased diversity in recent years. The introduction of a small Asian population (1%) in 2018 and 2020, and the emergence of a small Black population (1%) in 2021 and 2022 have been observed. Additionally, the "Two or More Races" category has consistently represented about 1-2% of the population since 2016. However, these changes are not substantial enough to shift the community out of the Low Diversity classification.
The median income in Philadelphia has shown a generally positive trend over the past decade. From 2013 to 2019, there was a steady increase in median income, rising from $49,506 to $67,977. This represents a growth of about 37% over six years. There was a slight decrease in 2020 to $65,190, possibly due to economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The income has since stabilized, reaching $65,609 in 2022.
This economic growth correlates with a modest increase in population. The community grew from 574 residents in 2013 to 762 in 2022, an increase of about 33%. This population growth, combined with rising incomes, suggests an improving economic situation in the area.
The demographic makeup of Philadelphia contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity. While many areas across the United States have seen growing minority populations and shifts towards Moderate or High Diversity classifications, this community has maintained its Low Diversity status.
The income growth in Philadelphia generally aligns with broader economic trends in the U.S. over the past decade, which saw rising incomes in many areas. However, the community's consistently high percentage of white residents (over 95%) is significantly above the national average, which was about 60% white as of the 2020 census.
The stability of the racial composition in Philadelphia, coupled with economic growth, suggests a community that has experienced economic improvements while maintaining its traditional demographic makeup. This could indicate a stable community that has benefited from broader economic trends without experiencing significant demographic shifts seen in more urban or rapidly changing areas.
