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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 43164: A Study of Low Racial Diversity in Williamsport, Ohio
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 43164 in Williamsport, Ohio, is categorized as having "Low Diversity" as of 2022. The population is predominantly white, with 96% identifying as such. The current median income is $70,659, and the population stands at 1,772.
Over the past decade, Williamsport has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community. The white population has remained above 94% throughout this period, with minimal representation from other racial groups. There has been a slight increase in diversity, with the white population decreasing from 99% in 2013 to 96% in 2022. The Hispanic population and those identifying as two or more races have seen a gradual increase, reaching 1% and 2% respectively in 2022. Small percentages of Asian and Black residents (around 1% each) have appeared in recent years, suggesting a slow trend towards slightly increased diversity.
The median income in Williamsport has shown an overall upward trend, rising from $61,980 in 2013 to $70,659 in 2022, an increase of about 14% over the decade. This growth in median income has occurred alongside the slight increase in diversity. The population has decreased from 1,934 in 2013 to 1,772 in 2022, a decline of about 8.4%.
The persistent low diversity in Williamsport contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in many areas of the United States. The rising median income aligns with broader economic trends of recovery and growth following the 2008 recession. The population decline in Williamsport may be part of a broader trend of rural or small-town population loss seen in many parts of the Midwest.
Williamsport remains a low diversity area with a strong white majority. Subtle shifts in demographics and more significant changes in economic indicators suggest a community in slow transition. The rising incomes coupled with a declining population present a dynamic that could have implications for local services, housing markets, and community development in the coming years. The community's racial composition remains notably homogeneous compared to national trends towards increasing diversity.
