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Demographic Evolution of Summit Station, Pennsylvania: A Predominantly White Community
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Summit Station, Pennsylvania, is categorized as a "Low Diversity" community. As of 2022, the city demonstrates a white racial majority, with 100% of the population identified as white. The current median income is $53,427, showing a decrease from previous years.
Over the past decade, Summit Station has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community. From 2013 to 2022, the white population has remained dominant, never dropping below 94%. There were slight fluctuations in diversity: from 2014-2016, 1-2% of the population identified as two or more races; from 2017-2019, up to 6% of the population identified as two or more races; and from 2020-2022, there was a return to extremely low diversity, culminating in 100% white population in 2022.
The economic landscape of Summit Station has undergone changes over the past decade. From 2013-2016, the median income remained around $83,000. From 2017-2022, there was a decline in median income, dropping from $68,300 in 2017 to $53,427 in 2022. This decrease in median income does not appear to correlate directly with the minor demographic shifts observed. Population trends show fluctuations, with an increase from 1,284 in 2021 to 1,516 in 2022, despite the continuing decline in median income.
The trend of decreasing median income in Summit Station contrasts with the general trend of increasing median household income in the United States over the same period. This suggests that Summit Station may be facing unique local economic challenges. The persistent low diversity in Summit Station also contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in many communities across the United States.
Based on the observed trends, it appears likely that Summit Station will maintain its status as a "Low Diversity" community in the near future. The brief periods of slightly increased diversity (2014-2019) did not establish a lasting trend, and the most recent data shows a return to an entirely white population.
Economically, if the downward trend in median income continues, it could potentially lead to demographic changes in the future. Lower income levels might trigger out-migration of some residents and potentially attract a more diverse population seeking affordable housing. However, given the strong historical trend of low diversity, any such change would likely be gradual.
In conclusion, while Summit Station has experienced economic changes over the past decade, its racial composition has remained stable. Without substantial external factors or policy changes, it is likely to remain in the "Low Diversity" category for the foreseeable future, although continued economic pressures could eventually lead to demographic shifts.
