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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 19565: Predominantly White Community with Low Diversity
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 19565 in Wernersville, Pennsylvania, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The area has a population of 8,023 and a median income of $68,064. The white population comprises 87% of the community in 2022, a figure that has remained relatively stable over the past decade.
Throughout the 2013-2022 period, Wernersville has consistently maintained its "Low Diversity" status with a strong "White Majority." The white population has fluctuated between 86% and 90% during this time, never falling below the 75% threshold that would alter its diversity classification. Minor increases in other racial groups, particularly Hispanic and Black populations, have occurred, but these changes have been gradual and relatively small.
The Hispanic population has shown a slow but steady increase from 5% in 2013 to 7% in 2022, potentially indicating the beginnings of a "Transitional Community" trend, albeit at a very slow pace. The Black population has also seen a slight increase from 1% to 3% over the same period. Despite these small shifts, the overall racial composition remains predominantly white, maintaining the area's "Low Diversity" status.
The median income in Wernersville has fluctuated over the past decade, with a general upward trend from 2013 to 2019, followed by a significant drop in 2020 and subsequent recovery. The highest median income was recorded in 2016 at $79,499, while the lowest in recent years was $67,405 in 2020. The slight increases in racial diversity do not appear to have a strong correlation with changes in median income. The income fluctuations seem to be more influenced by broader economic factors rather than local demographic shifts.
The population has grown modestly from 7,977 in 2013 to 8,023 in 2022, an increase of about 0.6%. This slow growth suggests a relatively stable community with limited in-migration, which aligns with the minimal changes in racial composition.
Wernersville appears to be maintaining its traditional demographic makeup, contrasting with more rapid diversification seen in many parts of the United States over the same period. The median income in Wernersville ($68,064 in 2022) is slightly above the national median household income (approximately $70,784 in 2021), suggesting a relatively stable middle-class community.
Wernersville represents a stable, predominantly white community that has experienced only minor demographic shifts over the past decade. While there are slight indications of increasing diversity, particularly in the Hispanic population, these changes are occurring at a much slower rate than in many other parts of the country. The area's economic indicators suggest a middle-class community that has been resilient to major economic shocks, maintaining a relatively steady income level despite some fluctuations.
