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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 18035: Persistent White Majority in Cherryville, Pennsylvania
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 18035 in Cherryville, Pennsylvania, is classified as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority" as of 2022. Data indicates that 99% of the population identifies as white, with a 1% Hispanic presence. The median income for 2022 is $56,821, which is lower than previous years but shows recovery from a decline in 2017-2019.
Cherryville has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" area with a strong "White Majority" over the past decade. From 2013 to 2022, the white population remained above 90%, increasing to 99% in the most recent year. A minimal Asian presence (1%) existed in 2013-2014 but disappeared in subsequent years. The introduction of a small Hispanic population (1%) in 2022 suggests the early stages of a potential "Transitional Community", though this trend is not yet confirmed.
The median income in Cherryville has experienced significant fluctuations over the past decade. From 2013 to 2015, the median income was relatively high, peaking at $83,390 in 2013. A sharp decline began in 2017, with the median income dropping to $57,704. This downward trend continued until 2019, reaching a low of $56,424. Since then, there has been a slight recovery, with the median income rising to $61,962 in 2021 before settling at $56,821 in 2022.
These economic shifts have not significantly impacted the racial composition of the area. Despite income fluctuations, the community has remained predominantly white, suggesting a stable, long-term resident population that has weathered economic challenges without major demographic changes. Population figures have remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 240 and 318 residents over the decade. This stability in population, combined with the consistent racial makeup, indicates a community that has experienced economic pressures but maintained its demographic character.
Cherryville's persistent "Low Diversity" status contrasts with the growing diversity seen in many suburban and rural areas across the United States. The economic volatility experienced in Cherryville, particularly the sharp decline in median income from 2017 onwards, may reflect broader economic challenges faced by small, predominantly white communities in Pennsylvania and similar regions. This could be related to changes in local industries or economic restructuring that has affected similar communities across the Rust Belt.
The slight increase in diversity with the introduction of a small Hispanic population in 2022 might be the beginning of a trend seen in many formerly homogeneous communities across the country. However, it is too early to determine if this represents a significant shift or a temporary fluctuation.
Cherryville has faced economic challenges over the past decade, but its demographic composition has remained remarkably stable. The community presents a case study of a small, predominantly white area that has maintained its racial homogeneity despite significant economic pressures. Future monitoring will be important to determine whether the recent introduction of Hispanic residents signals the start of a more diverse future for this community, or if it will continue to diverge from national trends towards increased diversity.
