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Demographic Analysis of West Hills, Pennsylvania: A Predominantly White Community with Emerging Diversity
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
West Hills, Pennsylvania, is a Low Diversity community with a White Majority. As of 2022, the white population comprises 91% of the total, with a small Asian population (2%) and individuals identifying as two or more races (7%). The city's median income reached $76,857 in 2022, indicating a relatively affluent suburban area.
West Hills has maintained its status as a Low Diversity community with a White Majority throughout the observed period. The white population has decreased from 99-100% in 2013-2016 to 91% in 2022. The Asian population emerged in 2018 at 2% and has remained stable. The population identifying as two or more races has grown from 0% in 2016 to 7% in 2022. These changes suggest the beginning of a Transitional Community, albeit at a slow pace.
The median income has shown an upward trend, increasing from $57,535 in 2013 to $76,857 in 2022, a 33.6% increase over nine years. This growth indicates improving economic conditions for residents. The population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 2,800 and 3,200 residents, with a slight overall increase.
The economic growth coincides with the subtle increase in diversity, suggesting that the area may be attracting more diverse, affluent residents while maintaining its predominantly white character.
The trends in West Hills align with broader national patterns of increasing diversity in suburban areas, particularly the growth in multiracial populations. However, the pace of diversification in West Hills appears slower than national averages, maintaining its status as a predominantly white community.
Based on the observed trends, West Hills is likely to continue its slow transition towards greater diversity over the next decade. The white population percentage may drop below 90%. The multiracial category may reach 10-15%. Small increases in other minority populations, particularly Asian residents, may occur. Economically, if current trends persist, median income is likely to continue rising, potentially surpassing $85,000 within the next five years.
West Hills is showing early signs of transitioning from a Low Diversity community to a more diverse suburban area, at a gradual pace. This transition is accompanied by economic growth, suggesting an evolving community that maintains its affluent character while slowly becoming more inclusive of diverse populations.
