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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 18435: Persistent White Majority 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
The zip code 18435 in Masthope, Pennsylvania, is classified as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority" as of 2022. Data indicates that 86% of the population identifies as white, with minimal representation from other racial groups. The median income for this area in 2022 was $89,040.
Over the past decade, this zip code has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority." The percentage of white residents has fluctuated slightly, ranging from 77% in 2016 to 88% in 2021. The Hispanic population peaked at 16% in 2016 but declined to 4% in 2022. The "Other" category has shown a gradual increase from 2% in 2015 to 10% in 2022.
The median income in the area has shown an upward trend over the decade. It increased from $67,642 in 2013 to $89,040 in 2022, representing a 31.6% increase over nine years. Notable jumps in median income occurred from 2015 to 2016 (32% increase) and from 2017 to 2018 (10% increase). Since 2018, the median income has remained relatively stable around $90,000.
The population has fluctuated over the decade. There was an overall decline from a peak of 1,209 in 2011 to 957 in 2022, representing a 20.8% decrease. Since 2017, the population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 957 and 1,006.
The area's racial homogeneity contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in many parts of the United States. The significant income growth in this zip code likely outpaces national averages, suggesting a growing affluence. The overall population decline, particularly in earlier years, could be part of broader trends of rural or small-town population loss seen in many parts of the country.
Masthope has maintained its status as a predominantly white, affluent area over the past decade, with subtle signs of slow diversification. The economic prosperity, as evidenced by rising median incomes, may be a factor in both attracting new residents and potentially slowing the earlier trend of population decline. The persistence of low diversity suggests that economic opportunities may not be equally accessible or attractive to all demographic groups.
