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Demographic and Economic Analysis of Womelsdorf, Pennsylvania: A Low Diversity Community with Significant White and Hispanic Populations
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Womelsdorf, Pennsylvania, is categorized as a "Low Diversity" community. As of 2022, the white population comprises 78% of the total. The city's median income is $77,291, with a population of 2,883 residents occupying 0.87 square miles.
Over the past decade, Womelsdorf has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community. The percentage of white residents fluctuated between 75% and 96% from 2013 to 2022, with a peak of 96% in 2021 before declining to 78% in 2022. The Hispanic population has shown a variable trend, ranging from 2% to 10%, with the highest percentage recorded in 2022. Asian, Black, and other racial groups have maintained consistently low percentages, generally below 3% each.
The median income in Womelsdorf has shown an overall upward trend. From 2013 to 2019, it fluctuated between $62,294 and $69,777. In 2020-2021, there was a significant increase to $85,028. In 2022, it decreased to $77,291, still higher than pre-2020 levels. The population has grown slightly from 2,814 in 2013 to 2,883 in 2022, indicating a stable community with modest growth.
Womelsdorf's demographic composition differs from national trends, which show increasing diversity in many areas. The borough's economic growth aligns with broader patterns of rising incomes in the post-2020 period.
Based on observed trends, Womelsdorf is likely to maintain its "Low Diversity" status in the near future. However, the recent uptick in Hispanic and "Other" racial groups suggests a potential slow transition towards a "Moderate Diversity" category over the long term. Economically, the area may continue to see income growth, albeit at a more moderate pace than the sharp increase observed in 2020-2021. This could attract more diverse residents, further supporting the gradual shift towards increased diversity.
Womelsdorf remains a predominantly white, low-diversity community. Subtle changes in its demographic makeup and consistent economic growth suggest a gradual evolution towards a more diverse future. This transition could have implications for local services, cultural offerings, and community dynamics in the coming years.
