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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 15241: Persistent White Majority and Racial Composition
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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 15241 in Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, is categorized as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The community has a population of 22,262 and a median household income of $126,687, indicating an affluent suburb.
Throughout the period from 2013 to 2022, Bethel Park has consistently maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority." The white population has remained above 85% throughout this period, with only minor fluctuations. There has been no significant transition between diversity categories over the past decade.
Subtle shifts within this overall stable picture include: The Asian population has seen a slight increase, from 5% in 2013 to 6% in 2022. The Black population, while still very small, has increased from effectively 0% to 1% over the decade. The Hispanic population has remained relatively constant at around 1-2%. The percentage of people identifying as two or more races has slightly increased from 1% to 2%.
The median household income in Bethel Park has shown a general upward trend over the past decade, with some fluctuations. In 2013, the median income was $113,131. It peaked in 2021 at $139,736. As of 2022, it stands at $126,687. This represents an overall increase of about 12% over the decade, outpacing inflation and indicating growing prosperity in the area. The population has also grown steadily, from 20,051 in 2013 to 22,262 in 2022, an increase of about 11%.
The combination of rising incomes and population growth suggests that Bethel Park has remained an attractive area for affluent residents, particularly those in the white majority demographic. The slight increases in minority populations, especially Asians, may be correlated with the rising median income, possibly indicating the attraction of high-skilled professionals from diverse backgrounds to the area.
The demographic makeup of Bethel Park is significantly less diverse than the national average. As of 2022, the U.S. Census Bureau estimated that the white alone, not Hispanic or Latino population was about 59% nationally, compared to 89% in Bethel Park. The median household income in Bethel Park ($126,687 in 2022) is significantly higher than the national median, which was about $70,784 in 2021. The population growth in Bethel Park (11% over a decade) is higher than the national average, which was about 7.4% from 2010 to 2020.
These comparisons suggest that Bethel Park represents a particularly affluent, predominantly white suburb that has maintained its demographic character while experiencing economic growth. The area appears to be resistant to the broader national trends of increasing diversity, possibly due to factors such as housing costs, local culture, or historical patterns of settlement.
In conclusion, while Bethel Park has seen minor increases in diversity and significant economic growth over the past decade, it remains categorized as a "Low Diversity" area with a strong "White Majority." The community's affluence and steady growth suggest it continues to be an attractive location for its primary demographic, with only slow movement towards greater diversity.
