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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 17362: Racial Composition and Economic Trends from 2013 to 2022
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 17362 in Spring Grove, Pennsylvania, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "Racial Majority" as of 2022. The area is predominantly white, comprising 90% of the population, with a median household income of $78,333. This demographic composition reflects a stable, largely homogeneous community.
From 2013 to 2022, Spring Grove has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" area with a strong "White Majority." However, there are indications of a gradual transition towards increased diversity. The white population has decreased from 96% in 2013 to 90% in 2022. Concurrently, the Hispanic population has increased from 1% to 5%, while Asian and Black populations have both grown from 1% to 2%. Additionally, a "two or more races" category emerged, reaching 2% by 2022.
The median household income has shown overall growth, increasing from $75,823 in 2013 to $78,333 in 2022, with fluctuations in between. A significant increase in median income to $86,108 was observed in 2021, followed by a decrease in 2022. The population has grown from 14,203 in 2013 to 14,684 in 2022, indicating a modest but steady increase.
The economic growth appears to correlate with the subtle increase in diversity. As the community has become slightly more diverse, it has generally maintained or improved its economic standing, suggesting that the incoming diversity has not negatively impacted the area's economic health.
The trend of slow diversification in predominantly white communities is consistent with broader national trends, especially in suburban and small-town areas. The median household income in Spring Grove ($78,333 in 2022) is higher than the national median income (approximately $70,784 in 2021), indicating a relatively affluent community. The gradual increase in Hispanic population aligns with national demographic shifts, though at a slower pace than many urban areas.
Spring Grove, while still categorized as "Low Diversity" with a strong "White Majority," is showing early signs of transitioning towards greater diversity. This change is occurring alongside modest economic growth, suggesting a stable community undergoing gradual demographic shifts without significant economic disruption. The community appears to be in the early stages of a long-term transition, maintaining its economic strength while slowly becoming more diverse.
