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Demographic Evolution in St. Lawrence, Pennsylvania: A Study of Racial Composition
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
St. Lawrence, Pennsylvania, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community. As of 2022, the white population constitutes 85% of the total, exceeding the 75% threshold for this classification. The city's median income is $64,802, with a population of 1,780 in 2022.
St. Lawrence has maintained its "Low Diversity" status over the past decade. The white population has remained dominant, ranging between 83% and 87% from 2013 to 2022. Minor shifts in minority populations have occurred. The Hispanic population decreased from 11% in 2013 to 8% in 2022. The Black population increased slightly from 1% in 2013 to 2% in 2022. The Asian population remained stable at 1-2%. The "Two or More Races" category increased from 1% in 2013 to 4% in 2022.
The median income in St. Lawrence has shown an upward trend, increasing from $61,490 in 2013 to $64,802 in 2022, with fluctuations in between. The peak was observed in 2021 at $69,557. The population has remained relatively stable, with a slight decrease from 1,797 in 2013 to 1,780 in 2022, peaking at 2,060 in 2018.
The trends in St. Lawrence reflect broader national patterns of slow diversification in traditionally white-majority areas. The increase in the "Two or More Races" category aligns with national trends of growing multiracial populations.
Based on observed trends, St. Lawrence is likely to continue its slow diversification process. It may remain in the "Low Diversity" category in the near future, with potential for a transition to "Moderate Diversity" over the long term if current trends accelerate. The growth in the "Two or More Races" category and slight increases in Black and Asian populations suggest a gradual shift towards a more diverse community.
If the upward trend in median income continues, it could further attract diverse populations to the area. This growth should be monitored to ensure it does not lead to gentrification that could potentially displace existing minority communities.
St. Lawrence remains a predominantly white community with low diversity. Subtle demographic shifts and steady economic growth suggest a slow but consistent move towards increased diversity. This trend, if continued, could eventually lead to a more diverse and economically robust community in the coming decades.
