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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 15076: A Low Diversity, White Majority Area
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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 15076 in Russellton, Pennsylvania, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The area has a population of 830 and a median income of $62,964, indicative of a small, predominantly white suburban or rural community.
From 2013 to 2022, Russellton has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" area with a strong "White Majority". The white population has consistently remained above 96%, with minimal representation from other racial groups. There has been no significant transition between diversity categories, indicating a stable racial composition.
Minor demographic shifts include the emergence of a small "Two or More Races" population (1-3%) from 2017 onwards, sporadic appearances of a small Black population (0-3%) in some years, and a Hispanic population consistently at or near 0% throughout the decade. These changes suggest a very slow trend towards slightly increased diversity, but not enough to alter the area's "Low Diversity" categorization.
The median income in Russellton has shown fluctuation and overall growth over the past decade. From 2013 to 2019, there was a general upward trend in median income, rising from $45,533 to $64,438. A significant increase occurred in 2021, with median income reaching $81,691, followed by a decrease to $62,964 in 2022. Despite fluctuations, the overall trend shows economic growth, with the 2022 median income being about 38% higher than in 2013.
The economic growth has occurred alongside a decrease in population. The population has declined from 1,050 in 2013 to 830 in 2022, a decrease of about 21%. This suggests that while the area is becoming more affluent, it is also becoming less populous, possibly due to outmigration or demographic aging.
The demographic stability of Russellton contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity. The economic growth observed aligns with broader national trends of rising incomes, particularly in suburban areas. However, the population decline is noteworthy and may reflect broader trends of population shifts from smaller towns to larger urban centers or suburban areas closer to major cities.
Russellton presents a picture of a small, predominantly white community that has experienced economic growth but population decline over the past decade. While there are hints of very gradual diversification, the area remains in the "Low Diversity" category with a strong "White Majority". The combination of rising incomes and declining population suggests a changing community dynamic that may have implications for local services, housing markets, and community development in the coming years.
