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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 15628: Persistent White Majority and Economic Fluctuations
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 15628 in Donegal, Pennsylvania, is classified as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The community has a population of 352 and a median income of $54,081. This small, predominantly white community has undergone some demographic and economic changes over the past decade.
Throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), Donegal has consistently maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" area with a strong "White Majority." The white population has remained above 94% throughout this period, with minimal representation from other racial groups. There has been a slight increase in the Hispanic population, from no data available in 2013 to 1% in 2022, with a peak of 2% in 2020-2021. The population identifying as two or more races has fluctuated, reaching 3% in 2021 before settling at 2% in 2022. These changes suggest a very slow trend towards slightly increased diversity, though not enough to change the overall classification of the area.
The median income in Donegal has shown significant fluctuations over the past decade. From 2013 to 2017, there was a steady increase from $40,108 to $55,276. This growth continued from 2018 to 2020, reaching a peak of $69,864 in 2020. In 2021, there was a sharp increase to $78,357, followed by a significant drop to $54,081 in 2022. These economic shifts do not appear to correlate strongly with the minor demographic changes. The sharp increase and subsequent decrease in median income between 2020 and 2022 is particularly notable and may be related to broader economic factors such as the COVID-19 pandemic and its aftermath.
The population has shown a general declining trend, from 469 in 2013 to 352 in 2022. This represents a significant decrease of about 25% over a decade, which is substantial for a small community.
Donegal appears to be resisting the national trend of increasing diversity, maintaining its low diversity status. The population decline in this small community is concerning and goes against the trend of overall population growth in many parts of the country. The income volatility, particularly the sharp rise and fall between 2020 and 2022, may reflect broader economic trends related to the pandemic, including stimulus payments and subsequent inflation. However, the magnitude of these changes is notable for such a small community and may warrant further investigation into local economic factors.
In conclusion, while Donegal has experienced significant economic fluctuations and population decline over the past decade, its racial composition has remained relatively stable, maintaining its status as a low-diversity, white-majority area. The community appears to be facing economic and demographic challenges that may require attention from local policymakers to ensure long-term sustainability and potentially foster greater diversity and economic stability.
