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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 18037: White Majority with Growing Hispanic Population
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 18037 in Coplay, Pennsylvania, is classified as a "White Majority" community with "Low Diversity" as of 2022. The area has a population of 7,567 and a median income of $69,800. The white population comprises 81% of the total, while the Hispanic population represents 15%.
Over the past decade, Coplay has maintained its status as a "White Majority" community, but has shown a gradual transition towards increased diversity. In 2013, the area was classified as having "Low Diversity" with 89% of the population being white. By 2022, while still categorized as "Low Diversity," the white population decreased to 81%, indicating a slow but steady diversification.
The most significant change has been the growth of the Hispanic population, increasing from 5% in 2013 to 15% in 2022. This trend suggests that Coplay could be classified as a "Transitional Community," with the Hispanic population showing consistent growth over the years. The Black and Asian populations have remained relatively stable and small (around 1% each), while the percentage of individuals identifying as two or more races has slightly increased from 1% to 2%.
The median income in Coplay has fluctuated over the years but has generally shown an upward trend. In 2013, the median income was $71,804, and by 2022 it was $69,800. Despite this slight decrease in the most recent year, the overall trend shows income growth, with a peak of $77,650 in 2021. The gradual increase in diversity correlates with periods of economic growth. For instance, as the Hispanic population grew from 5% to 10% between 2013 and 2019, the median income also increased from $71,804 to $75,991.
The population has remained relatively stable over the decade, with minor fluctuations. It peaked at 8,031 in 2019 and has slightly decreased since then to 7,567 in 2022. This slight population decline coincides with the most recent dip in median income, which could suggest some economic challenges in the area.
The demographic shifts in Coplay, particularly the growth in the Hispanic population, align with broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban and small-town America. However, the rate of diversification in this zip code appears to be slower than national averages. The economic trends in Coplay seem to be relatively positive, with median income generally increasing over the decade. This is particularly noteworthy given the national context of economic challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic and inflation in recent years.
The stability of the population, with only minor fluctuations, suggests that Coplay has maintained its appeal as a residential area. The correlation between increasing diversity and economic growth could indicate that the area is benefiting from the contributions of its growing Hispanic community, potentially through increased economic activity or cultural enrichment.
While Coplay remains a predominantly white community with low diversity, it shows signs of gradual transition. The consistent growth of the Hispanic population and the generally positive economic trends suggest a community in slow but steady evolution, potentially moving towards greater diversity and economic opportunity in the coming years.
