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Demographic Evolution in Midway, Pennsylvania: A Study of Racial Composition
CATEGORY
Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Midway in Pennsylvania is classified as a "Low Diversity" community as of 2022, with a white population of 91%. This percentage exceeds the 75% threshold for this classification. The city's current median income is $54,405, and its population stands at 1,983.
Over the past decade, Midway has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community. The white population has consistently remained the dominant racial group, never falling below 89% throughout the observed period. Minor shifts in demographic composition have been observed, including fluctuations in the Hispanic population between 2% and 6%, a steady Black population of around 2% since 2014, and a gradual increase in the "Two or More Races" category from 1% in 2014 to 4% in 2022.
The median income in Midway has shown considerable fluctuation over the past decade. From 2013 to 2017, there was a significant increase from $44,055 to $58,918, representing a 33.7% growth. After peaking in 2017, the median income experienced some volatility, ultimately settling at $54,405 in 2022. The population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between about 1,880 and 2,300 residents.
Midway's racial composition appears to be less diverse than the national average, as the United States as a whole has been trending towards increased diversity over the past decade.
Based on observed trends, it's likely that Midway will remain a "Low Diversity" community in the near future. However, the gradual increase in the "Two or More Races" category suggests a potential slow shift towards slightly more diversity. If this trend continues and accelerates, the community might eventually transition into a "Moderate Diversity" category, but this would likely take many years at the current rate of change.
Economically, the area has shown resilience with its median income, despite fluctuations. If this trend continues, we might expect the median income to stabilize or show modest growth, potentially influencing the community's ability to attract a more diverse population.
In conclusion, while Midway shows signs of very gradual diversification, it remains a predominantly white, economically stable community. Any significant demographic shifts would likely be long-term processes rather than rapid changes based on the data presented.
