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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 19078: White Majority and Racial Composition Trends
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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 19078 in Ridley Park, Pennsylvania, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "Racial Majority" of white residents as of 2022. The area has a population of 10,707 and a median income of $86,892. The community has exhibited minor demographic changes over the past decade, indicating a gradual shift towards increased diversity.
From 2013 to 2022, Ridley Park maintained a white racial majority, with the white population consistently comprising over 75% of residents. The white population percentage decreased from 94% in 2013 to 89% in 2022. This change suggests a slow trend towards increased diversity.
The Black and Hispanic populations in the community increased from 1% each in 2013 to 4% each in 2022. The Asian population remained between 1-2% throughout the decade. The percentage of residents identifying as two or more races increased from 1% to 2%. These changes, while modest, suggest that Ridley Park may be in the early stages of becoming a "Transitional Community."
The demographic shifts in Ridley Park correlate with an increase in median income. From 2013 to 2022, the median income rose from $62,425 to $86,892, an increase of about 39%. This growth in median income suggests improving economic conditions, which may be attracting a more diverse population to the area.
The population has remained relatively stable over this period, with a slight increase from 10,412 in 2013 to 10,707 in 2022. This suggests that the demographic changes are likely due to a combination of natural population change and limited in-migration, rather than a large influx of new residents.
Ridley Park's demographic changes align with broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas. However, Ridley Park's changes appear to be occurring at a slower pace compared to national averages. The increase in median income in Ridley Park outpaces the national average income growth over a similar period.
Ridley Park remains a predominantly white, low-diversity community. The demographic shifts and income growth over the past decade suggest the beginning of a transition. These changes may have implications for local services, housing markets, and community dynamics in the coming years. Continued monitoring of these trends will be important for understanding the evolving nature of this community and planning for its future needs.
