The median income in Bigler has shown fluctuations over the past decade. In 2013, the median income was $25,990, increasing to $46,925 by 2015. This rise coincided with a slight increase in population from 41 to 47 residents.

The period of slight racial diversification (2018-2022) coincided with some of the highest median income levels in the community. The median income peaked at $57,802 in 2021, the same year that saw the highest percentage of residents identifying as two or more races (4%).

With such a small population, individual household changes can have outsized effects on overall statistics. The fluctuations in median income and racial composition could be attributed to the movement of just a few families in or out of the area.

The demographic makeup of Bigler contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity. While the United States has been moving towards a more diverse racial composition, Bigler remains overwhelmingly white.

Economically, the median income in Bigler has generally trended upward over the decade, aligning with broader national patterns of economic recovery following the 2008 recession. However, the extreme fluctuations seen in this small community are likely more pronounced than in larger, more stable populations.

In such a small community, minor changes can appear statistically significant. The introduction of just one or two families of different racial backgrounds or with different income levels can create noticeable shifts in the overall demographic and economic profile.

Bigler has seen some minor increases in diversity and generally positive economic trends over the past decade, but remains a Low Diversity, White Majority community. The small population size makes it challenging to draw broader conclusions or to predict future trends with certainty. Continued monitoring of these demographic and economic indicators will be crucial to understanding the long-term trajectory of this small Pennsylvania community.