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Demographic Analysis of Wind Gap, Pennsylvania: A Study of Racial Composition from 2013 to 2022
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Wind Gap, Pennsylvania, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community. As of 2022, the white population comprises 90% of the total, exceeding the 75% threshold for this classification. The city's population is 3,042, with a median income of $51,932.
Over the past decade, Wind Gap has maintained its "Low Diversity" status. The white population decreased from 95% in 2015 to 90% in 2022. The Black population increased from 0% in 2015 to 2% in 2022. The Asian population fluctuated between 1-4% throughout the decade. The Hispanic population remained stable at around 2-3%. The "Two or More Races" category grew from 0% in 2015 to 3% in 2022.
The median income in Wind Gap has fluctuated over the past decade. It rose from $49,248 in 2013 to a peak of $64,946 in 2021, then dropped to $51,932 in 2022. The population has grown steadily from 2,709 in 2015 to 3,042 in 2022, suggesting the area is attracting new residents despite income fluctuations.
The slow increase in diversity is consistent with broader national trends towards increasing diversity in many communities, albeit at a much slower pace in Wind Gap.
Wind Gap is likely to continue its slow diversification process. However, it is probable that the community will remain in the "Low Diversity" category for the foreseeable future. If current trends continue or accelerate slightly, the white population could potentially decrease to around 85-88% over the next decade. The Black, Asian, Hispanic, and "Two or More Races" categories might each increase to 3-5%.
The community might be on a very long-term trajectory towards "Moderate Diversity," but this transition, if it occurs, would likely take several decades at the current rate of change. Economically, the area's median income has shown volatility, making predictions challenging. If the population continues to grow, it could potentially lead to economic development and a gradual increase in median income over time, barring any significant economic disruptions.
