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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 15024: White Majority and 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
Zip code 15024 in Cheswick, Pennsylvania, is classified as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The community has a population of 8,050 and a median income of $83,152. Over the past decade, the area has maintained a predominantly white population, with minor changes in demographic composition and economic status.
From 2013 to 2022, Cheswick has consistently maintained its "White Majority" status. The white population decreased slightly from 94% in 2013 to 90% in 2022. The Asian population increased from 1% in 2013 to 5% in 2022. The Black population doubled from 1% to 2%. The Hispanic population remained between 1-2% over the decade. These changes suggest a gradual trend towards increased diversity.
The median income in Cheswick increased from $62,307 in 2013 to $83,152 in 2022, representing a 33.5% growth. This income growth coincides with the slight increase in diversity, particularly in the Asian population. The population has remained relatively stable, with minor fluctuations from 8,107 in 2013 to 8,050 in 2022, peaking at 8,288 in 2015.
The trend of increasing diversity in Cheswick aligns with broader national trends of growing diversity in suburban areas. The 33.5% increase in median income over a decade outpaces the typical national average wage growth of 2-3% annually, suggesting stronger economic growth in this area. The stability in population combined with rising incomes may indicate that the area is becoming more desirable.
Cheswick remains a predominantly white, low-diversity area, but shows signs of gradual demographic shifts and significant economic improvements. The community appears to be in the early stages of a transition towards greater diversity and affluence. These changes could have long-term implications for the local culture, housing market, and community services. Continued monitoring of these trends will be important to understand the full extent of this potential transition and its impacts on the local community.
