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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 17961: Racial Composition and Economic Trends from 2013 to 2022
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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 17961 in Orwigsburg, Pennsylvania, is classified as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The racial composition shows 93% of the population identifying as white, with minimal representation from other racial groups. The median income for 2022 was $72,968, indicating a relatively affluent community compared to national averages.
Orwigsburg has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority" over the past decade. The white population has remained steady at around 93-94% from 2013 to 2022. There have been subtle shifts in the composition of minority groups. The percentage of individuals identifying as two or more races increased from 0% in 2013 to 5% in 2022. The Asian population decreased slightly from 3% in 2013 to 1% in 2022. The Hispanic population has remained consistently low, fluctuating between 0% and 1% over the decade.
The median income in Orwigsburg has shown an overall upward trend. In 2013, it was $66,346. It dipped to $60,789 in 2017, then rose to $72,968 in 2022. This represents a 10% increase in median income over the decade, despite a temporary decline in the mid-2010s. The economic growth appears to have accelerated in recent years, with a significant jump between 2017 and 2022.
The population has experienced a slight overall decline. In 2013, the population was 6,317, and in 2022, it was 6,294. This represents a minor decrease of about 0.4% over the decade, suggesting a relatively stable population size.
The stability of the racial composition in Orwigsburg contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in many areas of the United States. The increase in median income aligns with broader economic recovery and growth trends following the 2008 recession, although the temporary dip in the mid-2010s may reflect local economic challenges. The slight population decline goes against the trend of urban and suburban growth seen in many parts of the country. The increase in individuals identifying as two or more races, while small, reflects a national trend of increasing multi-racial identification.
Orwigsburg has maintained its status as a predominantly white, low-diversity area. Subtle shifts in racial composition and significant changes in median income suggest a community that is slowly evolving. The economic growth, particularly in recent years, may be attracting a slightly more diverse population, as evidenced by the increase in multi-racial identification. However, these changes are occurring at a much slower pace than in many other parts of the country, maintaining the area's distinctive demographic character.
