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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 16123: Persistent Low Racial Diversity 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 16123 in Zelienople, Pennsylvania, is classified as having "Low Diversity" as of 2022. The population is 98% white, with a median income of $67,601 and a total population of 2,524.
From 2013 to 2022, Zelienople maintained its "Low Diversity" status. The white population remained above 98% for most years, decreasing slightly from 99% to 98% in 2022. A 1% "race_other" category emerged in 2022, but this did not significantly alter the area's diversity classification.
The median income in Zelienople fluctuated over the decade. It decreased from $61,774 in 2013 to $53,669 in 2017, then increased to $80,149 in 2021, before settling at $67,601 in 2022. This represents a 9.4% increase from 2013 to 2022.
The population decreased from 2,719 in 2013 to 2,524 in 2022, a 7.2% decline. The combination of population decrease and overall median income increase suggests a trend towards smaller, potentially higher-income households in the area.
Zelienople's persistent low diversity contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity. The zip code has maintained a homogeneous racial composition while many urban and suburban areas have become more diverse.
The median income fluctuations, particularly the increase in 2021 and subsequent decrease in 2022, may reflect broader economic trends such as the COVID-19 pandemic and recovery efforts. The overall income increase despite population decline could indicate a shift towards a more affluent demographic.
The stability in racial composition, combined with income fluctuations and population decline, presents a community experiencing economic changes while maintaining its demographic structure. This scenario raises questions about factors contributing to the area's resistance to demographic diversification, such as housing policies, job markets, or cultural factors.
