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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 17315: Low Diversity and White Majority in Weigelstown, Pennsylvania
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 17315 in Weigelstown, Pennsylvania, is categorized as having Low Diversity with a White Majority as of 2022. The area has a population of 26,146 and a median income of $67,857. This suburban community has maintained a relatively stable demographic composition over the past decade, with subtle shifts in its racial makeup and economic indicators.
Throughout the 2013-2022 period, Weigelstown has consistently maintained its status as a White Majority community, with the white population comprising around 90% of the total. The white population has decreased slightly from 91% in 2014 to 89% in 2022. The Hispanic population has increased gradually from 2% in 2013 to 4% in 2022. The Black population has remained stable at around 3-4%. The Asian population has increased slightly from 0% to 1%. The "Two or More Races" category has increased from 2% to 3%.
The median income in Weigelstown has fluctuated over the past decade. It increased from $63,720 in 2013 to a peak of $73,027 in 2021, then decreased slightly to $67,857 in 2022. Overall, there has been a modest upward trend in median income, with an increase of about 6.5% from 2013 to 2022. The population has grown steadily, from 24,520 in 2013 to 26,146 in 2022, representing an increase of about 6.6%.
The slight increase in diversity coincides with overall population growth and a modest increase in median income. This suggests that the area may be attracting a more diverse population while maintaining its economic stability. However, the changes are not significant enough to categorize Weigelstown as a Transitional Community.
The demographic composition of Weigelstown contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in many urban and suburban areas. The steady population growth suggests that the area remains attractive to residents, possibly due to its economic stability and suburban character. The median income growth has kept pace with population growth, indicating that the local economy has been able to absorb new residents without significant economic disruption.
Weigelstown presents a picture of a stable, predominantly white suburban community with gradual shifts towards slightly increased diversity and economic growth. While not experiencing dramatic changes, the area shows signs of slow, steady evolution in both its demographic makeup and economic indicators. This gradual change may position the community for more significant shifts in the future, but it remains categorized as a Low Diversity, White Majority area with stable economic indicators.
