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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 18222, representing Beech Mountain Lakes, Pennsylvania, is categorized as a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The white population constitutes 85% of the total, exceeding the 75% threshold for low diversity. The area has experienced moderate population growth and substantial income increases over the past decade, indicating a relatively stable and economically improving community.
Throughout the 2013-2022 period, the area has consistently maintained a "White Majority" status, with the white population comprising over 85% of the total each year. A gradual decline in this majority is observed, from 95% in 2017 to 85% in 2022. While still categorized as "Low Diversity," the community shows signs of slowly increasing diversity. The Hispanic population has grown from 2% in 2013 to 7% in 2022, and the "Two or More Races" category emerged and grew to 3% by 2022. The consistent increase in Hispanic and multiracial populations over the past decade qualifies this area as a "Transitional Community," albeit at a slow pace.
The median income has shown significant growth, rising from $66,802 in 2013 to $79,478 in 2022, with a peak of $90,017 in 2021. This represents an overall increase of about 19% over the decade. The population has grown steadily from 9,455 in 2013 to 9,658 in 2022, an increase of about 2.1%. The gradual increase in diversity coincides with the overall rise in median income, suggesting that the area's economic growth may be attracting a more diverse population.
The area's persistent "White Majority" status and slow diversification suggest it may be lagging behind national trends towards increasing diversity in many urban and suburban areas. The significant income growth outpaces inflation over the same period, indicating real economic improvement for the area's residents. The slow but steady population growth suggests the area remains attractive to new residents, possibly due to its improving economic conditions.
Zip code 18222 represents a predominantly white, economically improving area that is experiencing very gradual diversification. While it remains a "Low Diversity" community, the trends suggest a slow transition towards increased racial and ethnic diversity, coinciding with notable economic growth. This pattern may indicate that the area is beginning to attract a more diverse population, possibly due to improving economic opportunities or changing regional demographics. However, the pace of change is slow, and it may take many more years before the area could be reclassified into a more diverse category.