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Demographic Transition in Zip Code 17050: From Low Diversity to Moderate Diversity with White Majority
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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 zip code 17050 in New Kingstown, Pennsylvania, is classified as a "White Majority" community with moderate diversity as of 2022. The area has a population of 39,907 and a median income of $99,212, indicating a relatively affluent suburban setting.
This zip code has transitioned from a "Low Diversity" community to one with increasing diversity over the past decade, while maintaining a "White Majority" status. In 2013, the white population comprised 87% of the total, categorizing it as "Low Diversity." By 2022, this percentage decreased to 75%, bordering between "Low Diversity" and "Moderate Diversity."
The most significant demographic shift has been the growth of the Asian population, increasing from 5% in 2013 to 15% in 2022. The Hispanic population has also grown modestly, from 3% to 5% over the same period. These changes indicate a trend towards a more diverse community.
The median income in the area has fluctuated but overall increased, rising from $98,361 in 2013 to $99,212 in 2022, with a peak of $107,149 in 2021. This suggests a stable and affluent economic environment. The population has grown steadily from 31,803 in 2013 to 39,907 in 2022, an increase of about 25%.
The demographic shifts in this zip code align with broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas. The growth of the Asian population is consistent with patterns seen in many affluent suburban communities across the United States. The area's median income consistently exceeds the national median, suggesting that this community remains economically prosperous as it becomes more diverse.
Zip code 17050 represents a community in transition, moving from low to moderate diversity while maintaining economic prosperity. This evolution reflects broader national trends of suburban diversification. If current trends continue, this area may evolve into a more diverse community in the coming years, potentially shifting towards a "Moderate Diversity" or "High Diversity" classification, while likely maintaining its economic strength.
