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Demographic Evolution in Trafford, Pennsylvania: A Study of Race and Diversity
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Trafford, Pennsylvania, is classified as a Low Diversity community, with a predominantly White population of 91% in 2022. The median income in the borough has increased over the past decade, reaching $67,349 in 2022. Trafford covers an area of 1.45 square miles and has maintained a population of approximately 3,300 residents in recent years.
Over the past decade, Trafford has consistently remained in the Low Diversity category, with the White population comprising over 90% of residents throughout most of the period. The White population percentage has decreased from 97% in 2013 to 91% in 2022. There has been a small increase in Asian (from 1% to 3%), Black (from 0% to 2%), and Hispanic (from 0% to 1%) populations. The percentage of residents identifying as two or more races has increased from 0% to 3%. These changes indicate a slow transition towards slightly greater diversity, though the community remains in the Low Diversity category.
The median income in Trafford has shown growth over the past decade. From 2013 to 2022, median income increased from $51,707 to $67,349, a rise of about 30%. A notable increase occurred between 2017 and 2018, with median income rising from $61,002 to $70,614. Since 2018, the median income has fluctuated but generally remained above $67,000. This economic growth has occurred alongside the subtle demographic shifts.
The trends observed in Trafford align with broader national patterns of increasing diversity in suburban areas and growing income levels in many communities. The rate of diversification in Trafford appears to be slower than national averages for similar-sized communities.
Based on the observed trends, Trafford is likely to continue experiencing slow but steady diversification over the coming years. It may remain in the Low Diversity category for the near future, with potential to transition into a Moderate Diversity community within the next 10-15 years if current trends persist.
Economically, the steady growth in median income suggests continued prosperity for the community. This economic stability may attract more diverse residents, further accelerating the demographic shifts.
Trafford is showing signs of gradual transformation from a highly homogeneous community to one with slightly more diversity, coupled with economic growth. These changes point to a community in the early stages of demographic transition, potentially moving towards becoming a more diverse and economically robust area in the future.
