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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 17922: Predominantly White Population and Racial Composition
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 17922 in Lake Wynonah, Pennsylvania, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The area has a population of 5,275 and a median household income of $77,241. The white population comprises 95% of the community in 2022, maintaining a similar racial composition over the past decade with minimal changes.
From 2013 to 2022, the area has consistently been categorized as "Low Diversity" and "White Majority". The white population has remained above 95% throughout this period, with only slight fluctuations. There has not been a significant transition between diversity categories, indicating a stable racial composition.
Minor changes in the demographic makeup include a slight decrease in the white population from 98% in 2020 to 95% in 2022, a small increase in the Hispanic population from 1% in 2020-2021 to 2% in 2022, and the emergence of a "Two or More Races" category, growing from 0% in earlier years to 2% in 2022. These subtle shifts suggest the beginnings of a very slow diversification process, though the community remains overwhelmingly white.
The median household income has shown a general upward trend over the past decade, increasing from $64,504 in 2013 to $77,241 in 2022, representing an overall increase of about 20%. This economic growth has occurred alongside the maintenance of the area's racial homogeneity, suggesting that the existing demographic makeup has experienced improved economic conditions.
The population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between about 4,800 and 5,300 residents over the decade. The slight population growth from 5,014 in 2013 to 5,275 in 2022 coincides with the income increase, potentially indicating that the area has become more attractive to residents of similar demographic backgrounds.
This zip code has maintained its homogeneous racial composition, contrasting with broader patterns of diversification seen in many suburban and rural areas across the United States. The income growth in this area generally aligns with national trends of economic recovery and growth following the 2008 recession. However, the consistent racial composition suggests that this economic improvement has not led to significant demographic changes.
In conclusion, zip code 17922 has experienced positive economic growth over the past decade while remaining a "Low Diversity," "White Majority" community. The minimal demographic shifts and steady economic improvement suggest a stable, relatively affluent area that has not yet experienced the diversification trends seen in many other parts of the country. The subtle changes emerging in recent years may be early signs of a gradual transition towards greater diversity in the future.
