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Demographic Evolution in Starbrick, 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
Starbrick, a small community in Pennsylvania, currently presents a demographic profile categorized as "Low Diversity" based on our library of terms. As of 2022, the white population constitutes 96% of the total, significantly exceeding the 75% threshold for this classification. The city's current population stands at 705, with a median income of $47,221.
Over the past decade, Starbrick has consistently maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community. The white population has remained the overwhelming majority, never dropping below 93% throughout the observed period. However, there have been subtle fluctuations in diversity. The percentage of residents identifying as two or more races increased from 0% in 2014 to a peak of 5% in 2017, before declining to 3% in 2022. A small Hispanic population emerged, reaching 2% in 2017 and 2021, but dropping to 0% in 2022. These minor shifts suggest a slight trend towards increased diversity, but not enough to transition the community out of the "Low Diversity" category.
The median income in Starbrick has shown volatility over the years. It peaked at $44,950 in 2014, then dropped significantly to $35,456 in 2017. Since 2017, there has been a general upward trend, reaching $47,221 in 2022. The population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 616 and 754 residents over the decade. Interestingly, the years with the highest diversity (2015-2017) coincided with lower median incomes, suggesting a possible correlation between increasing diversity and economic challenges in this small community.
Starbrick's demographic homogeneity is notable in an era where many American communities are experiencing increasing diversity. The economic fluctuations might reflect broader trends of post-recession recovery and subsequent growth seen in many rural American communities.
Based on the observed trends, it's likely that Starbrick will remain in the "Low Diversity" category in the near future. However, the subtle increases in diversity, particularly in the two or more races category, suggest a very slow trend towards greater diversity. If this trend continues and accelerates, the community might transition into a "Transitional Community" category over the next decade or two.
Economically, the upward trend in median income since 2017 is likely to continue, barring any significant economic shocks. This could potentially attract more diverse residents to the area, further contributing to a gradual increase in diversity.
In conclusion, while Starbrick remains a predominantly white, low-diversity community, subtle demographic shifts and improving economic conditions may set the stage for gradual changes in its racial composition over the long term. However, any significant shift from its current "Low Diversity" status is likely to be a slow, multi-decade process.
