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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 17557 in New Holland, Pennsylvania, is classified as a "Low Diversity" area with a predominant white population as of 2022. The total population is 15,637 with a median income of $68,825. The white community constitutes 88% of the population in 2022, indicating a slight decrease from 89% in 2013. Minor demographic changes have occurred over the past decade, accompanied by fluctuations in economic indicators.
From 2013 to 2022, New Holland has maintained its "Low Diversity" status with a strong "White Majority." However, subtle signs of increasing diversity are evident. The Hispanic population has grown from 3% in 2013 to 5% in 2022. The Black population has increased from negligible levels to 2% by 2022. The Asian population has remained relatively stable at 1-2%. The "Two or More Races" category has expanded from negligible levels to 3% by 2022. These changes, while modest, suggest a gradual trend towards increased diversity, though not sufficient to alter the area's "Low Diversity" classification.
The economic trends in New Holland show overall growth with some fluctuations. The median income increased from $57,241 in 2013 to $68,825 in 2022, representing a growth of approximately 20%. A notable increase in median income occurred from 2020 ($66,681) to 2021 ($71,325), followed by a slight decrease in 2022. The population has grown steadily from 15,035 in 2013 to 15,637 in 2022, an increase of about 4%. This economic growth appears to have coincided with the subtle increases in diversity, suggesting that the area may be attracting a slightly more diverse population while experiencing economic improvement.
The trend of slow diversification in predominantly white areas aligns with broader national trends, although the pace of change in New Holland appears slower than in many urban and suburban areas across the United States. The income growth observed in New Holland (20% over a decade) is roughly consistent with national averages, indicating that the area is keeping pace with broader economic trends. The stability of the white majority, decreasing by only 1 percentage point over a decade, suggests that this area is changing more slowly than many parts of the country experiencing more rapid demographic shifts.
In conclusion, New Holland remains a "Low Diversity" area with a strong "White Majority." However, there are subtle indications of increasing diversity and economic growth. These changes, while modest, may be indicative of broader societal shifts slowly reaching this Pennsylvania borough. The community appears to be in a very early stage of what could potentially become a "Transitional Community" if current trends continue and accelerate in the coming years.