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Demographic Analysis of Southwest Greensburg: A Low Diversity Neighborhood with White Majority
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Southwest Greensburg in Pennsylvania exhibits a demographic profile characterized by Low Diversity, with a significant White Majority (89% as of 2022). The neighborhood has experienced modest population growth over the past decade, increasing from 4,471 in 2010 to 5,150 in 2022. Economically, the area has seen fluctuations in median income, with the most recent data showing a median income of $49,219 in 2022.
Throughout the decade, Southwest Greensburg has consistently maintained its status as a Low Diversity community with a strong White Majority. There have been subtle shifts in the racial composition. The White population, while remaining the dominant group, has slightly decreased from 93% in 2013 to 89% in 2022. The Black population remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 2-5% throughout the decade. The Hispanic population showed a slight increase from 1% in 2013 to 3% in 2018-2020, before declining back to 1% in 2022. The population of two or more races increased from 3% in 2013 to 7% in 2019, settling at 5% in 2022.
The median income in Southwest Greensburg has shown notable fluctuations. From 2013-2015, it increased from $41,058 to $45,254. From 2016-2020, it experienced a decline, reaching a low of $39,026 in 2020. In 2021-2022, it showed a strong recovery, rising to $49,219 in 2022, the highest in the recorded period.
Southwest Greensburg's demographic makeup is typical of many small towns in western Pennsylvania, which tend to have predominantly white populations. The slight increase in diversity, particularly in multiracial residents, aligns with national trends of growing diversity in suburban and small-town America.
The economic fluctuations, especially the dip in 2020 and subsequent recovery, likely reflect broader national economic trends related to the COVID-19 pandemic and its aftermath. The strong recovery in median income by 2022 suggests a resilient local economy, which could be a factor in the area's modest population growth over the decade.
While Southwest Greensburg remains a Low Diversity community with a strong White Majority, subtle demographic shifts and recent economic improvements suggest the potential for gradual change. As the community continues to evolve, it will be important to monitor these trends and their impacts on local social dynamics and economic opportunities.
