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Demographic Analysis of Providence, Scranton: A Low Diversity Neighborhood with Subtle Racial Shifts
CATEGORY
Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Providence, a neighborhood in Scranton, Pennsylvania, is characterized by Low Diversity with a predominantly White population (84% in 2022). The area has maintained a stable racial composition over the past decade, with subtle shifts towards increased diversity. As of 2022, the median income is $51,490, indicating moderate economic stability. Providence has historical significance in Scranton's development, particularly during the city's coal mining era.
Throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), Providence has consistently been categorized as Low Diversity, with the White population remaining above 75%. However, gradual transitions towards increased diversity are evident. The Hispanic population increased from 5% in 2013 to a peak of 13% in 2019, before settling at 9% in 2022. Asian and Two or More Races categories, negligible in 2013, have grown to 2% each by 2022. The Black population has remained constant at around 2-3% throughout the decade.
The median income in Providence has shown an overall upward trend, increasing from $45,858 in 2013 to $51,490 in 2022, representing a 12.3% growth over the decade. This trend correlates with the subtle demographic shifts. Periods of highest income growth (2015-2018 and 2020-2021) coincide with increases in Hispanic and Asian populations, suggesting a possible link between increased diversity and economic opportunities.
The population has shown minor fluctuations, growing from 15,315 in 2013 to 15,705 in 2022. The peak population in 2020 (16,364) coincided with the highest diversity levels, potentially indicating a relationship between population growth and increased diversity.
Providence's gradual diversification aligns with broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban and urban areas, although the pace of change appears slower compared to national averages. The modest income growth over the decade is consistent with many middle-class American neighborhoods, reflecting a gradual economic recovery post-2008 recession and challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.
The stability of the White population in Providence, while slowly declining, contrasts with more rapid demographic shifts seen in many urban areas across the U.S. This could be attributed to Scranton's historical demographic composition and its position as a smaller city compared to major metropolitan areas that often experience more dramatic demographic changes.
In conclusion, while Providence remains categorized as Low Diversity, subtle shifts towards increased racial representation and steady economic growth suggest a slowly evolving community. These changes, though gradual, may have implications for local services, cultural offerings, and community dynamics in the coming years.
