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Demographic Evolution in Applewold, Pennsylvania: A Study of Racial Composition and Economic Trends
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Applewold, a small community in Pennsylvania, presents a case study in demographic stability and economic change. As of 2022, the city is categorized as "Low Diversity" with a white population of 92% and an Asian presence of 4%. The current population is 24 residents.
Over the past decade, Applewold has remained in the "Low Diversity" category. From 2013 to 2017, the community was entirely white. A shift occurred in 2018 with the introduction of a small Asian population (3%), which increased to 4% by 2019 and has remained stable since then. The community has not transitioned to a different diversity category due to the white majority.
The median income in Applewold has shown fluctuations and overall growth over the past decade. Starting from $43,905 in 2013, it reached $87,499 in 2021 before decreasing to $85,137 in 2022. This represents an increase of nearly 94% over nine years. This economic growth has occurred alongside a slight decrease in population, from 27 in 2013 to 24 in 2022.
The demographic stability of Applewold contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in many areas. The income growth aligns with broader patterns of economic recovery and growth post-2008 recession, although the magnitude of increase in this small community is high.
Based on observed trends, Applewold will likely remain in the "Low Diversity" category for the foreseeable future. The community's small size makes it resistant to rapid demographic changes. If the trend of increasing Asian population continues, a gradual shift towards "Moderate Diversity" might occur over the next couple of decades.
Economically, the increase in median income suggests a potential influx of higher-earning residents or economic improvements for existing residents. If this trend continues, it could lead to gentrification-like effects, potentially attracting more diverse, affluent residents and slowly transitioning the community towards a "Transitional Community" status.
Given the small population size, minor changes in resident composition could lead to significant statistical shifts. Predictions for such a small community should be interpreted with caution, as individual family decisions could have outsized effects on overall demographic and economic trends.
Applewold has remained demographically stable over the past decade but has experienced significant economic growth. The future may bring gradual increases in diversity and continued economic prosperity, but the community's small size makes it susceptible to rapid changes based on individual resident movements.
