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Demographic Transitions in Violetwood: A Study of Racial Composition and Income Changes
CATEGORY
Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Violetwood, a neighborhood in Levittown, Pennsylvania, exhibits a White Majority demographic composition with a median income of $55,293 as of 2022. This community, spanning 0.19 square miles, has undergone demographic shifts over the past decade. Violetwood is part of Levittown, one of the first planned communities in the United States, known for its post-World War II suburban development model.
In 2013, Violetwood was categorized as a Moderate Diversity community, with representation from both White (47%) and Black (42%) populations. Over the decade, the neighborhood transitioned to a White Majority status by 2019, maintaining this classification through 2022. This shift indicates a change in the racial makeup of the area.
The Black population decreased from 42% in 2013 to 28% in 2022, while the White population increased from 47% to 57% during the same period. The Hispanic population showed fluctuations, peaking at 18% in 2017 before decreasing to 5% by 2022. The Asian population increased from 2% in 2013 to 8% in 2022. These changes suggest that Violetwood could be classified as a Transitional Community.
The demographic shifts in Violetwood correlate with changes in median income. In 2013, the median income was $51,073, which decreased to $41,966 in 2015. As the community transitioned towards a White Majority, median income showed an upward trend, reaching $69,753 in 2021 before settling at $55,293 in 2022.
The population of Violetwood has remained relatively stable over the decade, fluctuating between 2,355 and 2,946 residents. The slight decrease in population from 2,767 in 2010 to 2,635 in 2022 might indicate some outward migration, possibly related to the changing demographic and economic landscape.
The demographic shifts observed in Violetwood reflect broader national trends of suburbanization and changing racial compositions in American suburbs. Many suburban areas across the U.S. have experienced increased diversity since the 2000s, often driven by minority population growth and white population decline. However, Violetwood's trend towards increasing White Majority status somewhat counters this national trend, suggesting local factors at play.
The economic fluctuations in Violetwood, particularly the income growth in recent years, align with national patterns of economic recovery and growth following the 2008 financial crisis. However, the specific dynamics of this planned community, including its housing stock and proximity to urban centers, likely influence its unique demographic and economic trajectory.
Violetwood's evolution over the past decade demonstrates the interplay between racial demographics and economic factors in small, suburban communities. Its transition from Moderate Diversity to White Majority, coupled with overall income growth, reflects both local dynamics and broader societal trends, highlighting the ongoing demographic and economic changes in American suburbs.
