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Demographic Transition in Zip Code 19319: From Moderate Diversity to White Majority (2013-2022)
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 19319, encompassing Cheyney University in Pennsylvania, transitioned from a "Moderate Diversity" area with a "White Plurality" in 2013 to a "Low Diversity" area with a "White Majority" by 2022. The community's racial composition shifted significantly, with the white population increasing from 56% to 80% and the black population decreasing from 36% to 12% during this period.
The median income remained consistently high, ranging from about $106,000 to $133,000, suggesting the demographic shift was not driven by significant changes in overall community wealth. However, the stability and high level of income may have contributed to making the area increasingly attractive to affluent white residents.
The total population of the zip code declined steadily from 340 in 2010 to 206 in 2022, a decrease of nearly 40%. This significant population decrease, coupled with the demographic shift, suggests a possible out-migration of minority residents and/or an in-migration of white residents, albeit at a lower overall population level.
The demographic shift observed in this zip code is notable and somewhat contrary to national trends. Many areas across the United States have been moving towards greater diversity over the past decade. The fact that this zip code has become less diverse and more predominantly white is unusual, especially considering its location near a historically black university (Cheyney University).
This trend could be related to changes in the university's enrollment or housing policies, shifts in the local job market, or broader regional demographic changes. The high median income and decreasing population might suggest a trend of gentrification or a shift towards more exclusive, high-end housing in the area.
Zip code 19319 has undergone a significant demographic transformation over the past decade, transitioning from a moderately diverse community to a low-diversity, predominantly white area. This change has occurred against a backdrop of high and stable median incomes and a declining overall population. These trends suggest complex socio-economic dynamics at play, possibly involving changes in local institutions, housing markets, and regional demographic patterns. Further investigation into local policies, university dynamics, and regional trends would be necessary to fully understand the drivers behind these significant demographic shifts.
