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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Snowball Gate, a neighborhood in Levittown, Pennsylvania, is characterized by low diversity with a white majority of 88% as of 2022. The median income in 2022 was $104,863, placing it in an upper-middle-class economic bracket. Snowball Gate is notable for its mid-century modern architecture, typical of Levittown's planned community design from the 1950s.
Over the past decade, Snowball Gate has maintained its status as a low diversity community. The white population has remained dominant, fluctuating between 80% and 90%. The Hispanic population increased gradually from 7% in 2013 to 9% in 2022. The Black population experienced variability, peaking at 6% in 2013-2014, then stabilizing around 4-5% in recent years. The "Two or More Races" category emerged in the data from 2020 onwards.
The economic trajectory of Snowball Gate shows a strong positive trend. Median income rose from $75,547 in 2013 to $104,863 in 2022, representing a 38.8% increase over nine years. The neighborhood saw consistent income growth, with only minor fluctuations. As the population declined from 1,197 in 2013 to 1,032 in 2022, the median income continued to rise, suggesting a trend of smaller, more affluent households.
The income growth in Snowball Gate aligns with broader trends of wealth concentration in suburban areas, particularly those with historic planned community designs. Compared to national trends towards increasing diversity, Snowball Gate's racial composition has remained relatively stable. The neighborhood's median income growth outpaces national averages.
Snowball Gate presents a picture of economic prosperity within a stable, predominantly white community. While it has not transitioned to a new diversity category, subtle shifts in Hispanic representation and the emergence of multiracial identities hint at slow changes. The neighborhood's ability to maintain its character while experiencing significant economic growth is noteworthy and may offer insights into the dynamics of established suburban communities in the contemporary American landscape.