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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 17547: White Majority and Racial Composition Trends
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 17547 in Maytown, Pennsylvania, is classified as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The white population constitutes 85% of the total, and the median household income is $83,049. This community has undergone minor demographic changes and significant economic shifts over the past decade.
From 2013 to 2022, Maytown has maintained its status as a "White Majority" area. However, there are signs of a gradual increase in diversity. The white population decreased from 95% in 2013 to 85% in 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 2% in 2013 to 7% in 2022. The population identifying as two or more races increased from 1% in 2013 to 3% in 2022. These changes, while modest, indicate a slow trend towards a more diverse community.
The median household income has experienced substantial growth, increasing from $62,208 in 2013 to $83,049 in 2022, a rise of approximately 33.5%. This economic improvement coincides with the gradual diversification of the community. The median income showed a steady increase from 2013 to 2016, followed by a slight decline in 2017-2019, then a sharp increase in 2020, with continued growth in 2021 and 2022.
The population has grown consistently, from 7,690 in 2013 to 8,607 in 2022, an increase of about 11.9%. This population growth, combined with rising incomes, suggests the area is becoming increasingly attractive to new residents, potentially contributing to the observed subtle demographic shifts.
The trend of increasing diversity in Maytown, though slow, aligns with broader national trends of growing diversity in many communities across the United States. The significant increase in median income (33.5% over a decade) surpasses the national average income growth rate, indicating strong local economic conditions. The consistent population growth suggests that Maytown is an attractive area, possibly benefiting from broader trends of suburban growth or migration from urban centers. However, the community's racial composition remains less diverse than national averages, where non-Hispanic whites comprise about 60% of the population (as of 2020 Census), compared to 85% in this zip code.
Maytown (17547) remains a predominantly white, low-diversity area, but shows early signs of transitioning towards greater diversity. This gradual demographic shift, coupled with strong economic growth and steady population increase, indicates a community in subtle transition. The area appears to be maintaining its traditional character while slowly adapting to broader demographic trends, potentially positioning itself for future growth and increased diversity in the coming years.
