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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 18360: White Majority with Growing Hispanic Population
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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 18360 in Arlington Heights, Pennsylvania, is classified as a "White Majority" community with a significant Hispanic population as of 2022. The area has a population of 30,460 and a median income of $65,400. The white population constitutes 68% of the total, while the Hispanic population represents 17%, indicating an increasing trend in diversity over the past decade.
Arlington Heights has transitioned from a "Low Diversity" community to one approaching "Moderate Diversity" over the past decade. In 2013, 76% of the population identified as white, which decreased to 68% by 2022. Concurrently, the Hispanic population increased from 9% to 17%.
The community shows characteristics of a "Transitional Community," with consistent growth in the Hispanic population and an increase in those identifying as two or more races from 1% in 2013 to 3% in 2022. This trend indicates a gradual move towards greater diversity.
Demographic shifts correlate with fluctuations in median income. From 2013 to 2021, the median income remained relatively stable between $70,000 and $74,000. A notable decrease to $66,380 occurred in 2020, likely due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The most recent data for 2022 shows a further decrease to $65,400, coinciding with continued community diversification.
The population has remained relatively stable over the decade, with minor fluctuations. This suggests that demographic changes are more likely due to organic growth and changes within the existing population rather than large-scale migration.
The trends observed in Arlington Heights align with broader national patterns of increasing diversity in suburban areas. Many similar communities across the United States have experienced growth in Hispanic populations and increases in multiracial identifications. The economic fluctuations, particularly the dip in 2020, are consistent with national trends related to the pandemic's economic impact.
The community's median income remains above the national average, despite recent decreases. This indicates that while the area is becoming more diverse, it maintains a relatively strong economic position compared to national averages.
Arlington Heights is undergoing a gradual demographic transition, moving from a predominantly white community towards one with increasing diversity, particularly in its Hispanic population. These changes have coincided with recent economic challenges, but the area maintains a relatively high median income. Future monitoring of how these demographic shifts influence local economic patterns, community services, and social dynamics will be important.
