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Demographic Evolution of Latrobe, Pennsylvania: A Study of Racial Composition from 2013 to 2022
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Latrobe, Pennsylvania, exhibits a demographic profile categorized as "Low Diversity" as of 2022. The white population constitutes 93% of the total, exceeding the 75% threshold for this category. The city's current median income is $57,064, reflecting a moderate economic status for a small borough of over 8,000 residents.
Over the past decade, Latrobe has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community. There are subtle indications of a gradual shift towards increased diversity. The white population has decreased from 97% in 2013 to 93% in 2022. The percentage of residents identifying as two or more races has increased from 0% in 2013 to 5% in 2022. The black population has fluctuated slightly, reaching 2% in 2021 before settling at 1% in 2022.
The median income in Latrobe has shown significant growth over the past decade. In 2013, the median income was $43,149. By 2022, it had increased to $57,064, representing a 32.2% growth over nine years. This economic improvement correlates with the slight increase in diversity, suggesting that as the community becomes marginally more diverse, it's also becoming more prosperous.
Latrobe's demographic makeup is less diverse than many urban areas in Pennsylvania. Its economic growth appears to be in line with broader trends of economic recovery and growth following the 2008 recession.
Based on the observed trends, Latrobe is likely to continue its slow progression towards increased diversity over the coming years. However, given the current pace of change, it's unlikely to transition out of the "Low Diversity" category in the near future. The community might be classified as a "Transitional Community" if the trends of increasing diversity, particularly in the "two or more races" category, continue to accelerate.
Economically, if the upward trend in median income continues, Latrobe could see further economic growth. This could potentially attract more diverse residents, especially if coupled with broader regional or national trends towards increased mobility and suburban diversification.
Latrobe remains a predominantly white, low-diversity community. Subtle demographic shifts and notable economic improvements suggest a community in the early stages of transition. Monitoring these trends in the coming years will be crucial to understanding the long-term demographic and economic trajectory of this Pennsylvania borough.
