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Demographic Shifts in Knoxville, Pennsylvania: From Black Plurality to Moderate Diversity
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Knoxville neighborhood in Mount Oliver, Pennsylvania, transitioned from a "Black Plurality" community to a "Moderate Diversity" community between 2013 and 2022. As of 2022, Knoxville had a population of 6,768 and a median income of $38,477. The neighborhood is characterized by a mix of racial groups with no clear majority.
The demographic composition of Knoxville changed significantly over the past decade. In 2013, the Black population constituted 50% of the community, while the White population was 42%. By 2022, the Black population decreased to 41%, and the White population increased slightly to 44%. The Asian population grew from 2% to 5%, and the Hispanic population increased from negligible levels to 6%.
Concurrent with these demographic shifts, Knoxville experienced economic changes. The median income rose from $28,690 in 2013 to $38,477 in 2022, representing a 34% increase. The population remained relatively stable, decreasing slightly from 7,004 in 2013 to 6,768 in 2022.
Knoxville's demographic trends reflect patterns observed in many post-industrial American cities. The neighborhood appears to be transitioning from its industrial past towards a more diverse economy. Despite the significant increase in median income, Knoxville remains below the national median income, which was approximately $70,784 in 2021.
The growing Asian and Hispanic populations in Knoxville align with national trends of increasing diversity in urban and suburban areas. The relatively stable White population percentage is notable, as many similar communities have experienced more significant declines in their White population share.
Knoxville's evolution from a "Black Plurality" to a "Moderate Diversity" community, combined with rising incomes, indicates a neighborhood in transition. These changes likely present both opportunities and challenges as the community adapts to its changing demographic and economic landscape.
