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Demographic and Racial Analysis of Millersburg, Pennsylvania: A Decade of Change
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Millersburg, Pennsylvania, exhibits characteristics of Low Diversity, with a predominantly White population (88% in 2022). The city's median income has shown growth over the past decade, reaching $56,157 in 2022. This analysis explores how the demographic and economic landscape of Millersburg has evolved over the last ten years.
Millersburg has maintained a White Majority throughout the observed period. The White population has decreased from 96% in 2013 to 88% in 2022. The Hispanic population has grown from 3% in 2013 to 4% in 2022. The Asian population has remained relatively stable at around 1-2%. The emergence of a measurable Black population (1%) and increase in those identifying as two or more races (5%) in 2022 indicates a trend towards greater diversity. While still categorized as Low Diversity, these changes suggest Millersburg is slowly transitioning towards Moderate Diversity.
The median income in Millersburg has shown growth from $40,220 in 2013 to $56,157 in 2022, representing a 39.6% increase. A notable increase occurred between 2019 and 2021, with income rising from $50,367 to $61,558. This economic growth correlates with the gradual increase in diversity, suggesting that as the community becomes more diverse, it may also be experiencing economic benefits.
Population figures have remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 2,519 and 2,567 over the decade. This stability, combined with increasing diversity and rising incomes, may indicate a gradual influx of diverse, higher-earning residents while maintaining overall population levels.
Millersburg's trends align with broader national patterns of increasing diversity in small towns and rising income levels. However, the pace of diversification appears slower than national averages, which is not uncommon for small, historically homogeneous communities.
Based on the observed trends, Millersburg is likely to continue its gradual transition towards greater diversity over the next decade. It is reasonable to predict that the community will move into the Moderate Diversity category within the next 10-15 years if current trends persist. Economically, the steady increase in median income suggests continued growth, potentially attracting more diverse residents and further driving this demographic shift. However, the rate of income growth may slow down, as the sharp increases seen in recent years might not be sustainable long-term.
Millersburg appears to be a Transitional Community, slowly moving from Low Diversity towards Moderate Diversity, with corresponding economic growth. This transition, while gradual, is likely to continue shaping the character and economy of the borough in the coming years.
