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Demographic Analysis of Spring House, Pennsylvania (19477): Gradual Racial Diversification in a Predominantly White, Affluent Community
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Spring House, Pennsylvania (zip code 19477) is characterized as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The area has a population of 373 residents and a median income of $134,831, above the national average. This affluent, predominantly white community has experienced demographic shifts over the past decade.
Over the past decade, Spring House has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority." The white majority has decreased from 84% in 2013 to 67% in 2022. This change indicates a gradual transition towards greater diversity. The Asian population has grown from 8% in 2013 to 21% in 2022. The Black and Hispanic populations have increased from 1% and 2% respectively in 2013 to 4% each in 2022.
The median income in Spring House has increased from $112,510 in 2013 to $134,831 in 2022, a 20% increase. The period of most rapid income growth coincides with the acceleration of demographic changes. The median income peaked at $155,219 in 2021, the same year that the white population dropped below 70% for the first time in the dataset. This correlation may indicate that the area's increasing diversity is linked to high-income earners from various racial backgrounds moving into the community.
The population has grown from 290 in 2013 to 373 in 2022, a 29% increase. This growth, combined with rising incomes and increasing diversity, suggests that Spring House is becoming an attractive location for affluent professionals from various racial backgrounds.
Spring House's gradual diversification aligns with broader national trends of increasing racial diversity in suburban communities. The growth in the Asian population reflects a wider trend of Asian Americans moving to affluent suburbs across the country. The area's high median income and its growth over the past decade outpace national averages, indicating that Spring House is an exceptionally affluent enclave. This economic status likely influences its demographic makeup, attracting high-income earners from various racial backgrounds while potentially limiting accessibility for lower-income individuals.
Spring House remains a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority," but shows signs of gradual diversification. This trend, coupled with significant income growth, suggests a community in the early stages of demographic transition, potentially moving towards "Moderate Diversity" in the coming years if current trends continue. The community's evolution reflects broader national patterns of suburban diversification, albeit at a slower pace due to its high income levels.
