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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 16229: Predominantly White Population
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 16229 in Freeport, Pennsylvania, is classified as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The population is 96% white, with minimal representation from other racial groups. The median income for 2022 is $66,060, slightly above the national median income.
Over the past decade, this zip code has maintained its "Low Diversity" and "White Majority" status. From 2013 to 2022, the white population decreased slightly from 99% to 96%. Since 2017, the area has shown signs of becoming a "Transitional Community," with 1% of residents identifying as two or more races. Asian and Black populations have increased from 0% to 1% each between 2019 and 2022.
The median income in this zip code has fluctuated. It increased from $60,976 in 2013 to $74,206 in 2019, representing a 21.7% increase. However, it declined to $64,925 in 2020, possibly due to the COVID-19 pandemic. By 2022, it reached $66,060, still below the 2019 peak. The population has remained stable between 5,200 and 5,500 residents over the decade.
The demographic composition of this zip code does not reflect national trends towards increasing diversity. While the U.S. white population dropped below 60% in the 2020 census, this area has maintained a high white majority.
The income trends in this zip code somewhat mirror national patterns. The increase in median income up to 2019 aligns with the general economic recovery and growth experienced across the U.S. following the 2008 recession. The sharp decline in 2020 is consistent with the widespread economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
This zip code has experienced economic fluctuations that align with broader national trends, but its demographic composition has remained stable and homogeneous compared to increasing diversity seen in many other parts of the country. The area shows early signs of transitioning towards greater diversity, but it remains uncertain whether this trend will accelerate in the future.
