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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 17318: Persistent White Majority and Income 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 17318 in Emigsville, Pennsylvania, is classified as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The community has a population of 65 people and a median income of $78,541. This demographic composition has evolved over the past decade from 2013 to 2022.
Throughout this period, Emigsville has maintained its status as a "White Majority" area, with the white population consistently above 70% of the total. Minor fluctuations in diversity occurred, with the area briefly approaching "Moderate Diversity" in 2014-2015 when the Black population reached 14% and the Hispanic population was around 8-9%. By 2019-2021, the area reverted to "Low Diversity" with the white population reaching 89%. In 2022, a slight increase in diversity was observed, with the Black population rising to 11%, but the area remained in the "Low Diversity" category.
The median income in Emigsville has shown significant fluctuations over the decade. From 2013 to 2018, it remained relatively stable between $64,000 and $69,000. A notable increase occurred from 2019 to 2021, with the median income rising from $70,438 to a peak of $94,757 in 2021. In 2022, there was a decrease to $78,541, which is still higher than the pre-2019 levels.
These economic shifts do not appear to correlate strongly with the minor demographic changes. The period of highest diversity (2014-2015) coincided with relatively lower median incomes, while the period of lowest diversity (2019-2021) saw the highest median incomes. Population trends have remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 63 and 79 residents throughout the decade, with no clear correlation to either demographic or economic shifts.
The persistent "White Majority" status of Emigsville contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in many areas of the United States. The significant increase in median income from 2019 to 2021, followed by a decrease in 2022, might reflect broader economic trends related to the COVID-19 pandemic and its aftermath, including stimulus payments and economic recovery efforts. The small population size of Emigsville means that even minor changes in resident composition can lead to seemingly significant percentage shifts in demographic makeup.
In conclusion, Emigsville has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority" over the past decade, while experiencing notable economic fluctuations. These changes, particularly in median income, appear to be more influenced by broader economic factors than by the minor shifts in racial demographics observed in this small community.
