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Racial Composition and Diversity Trends in Hamburg, Pennsylvania
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Hamburg, Pennsylvania, is categorized as a Low Diversity community with a White Majority. As of 2022, the white population comprises 91% of the total, with a Hispanic population at 6%. The city's median income in 2022 was $55,525, showing an increase over the past decade. Hamburg had a population of 4,342 in 2022.
Over the past decade, Hamburg has maintained its status as a Low Diversity community with a White Majority. There are indications of a slow transition towards increased diversity. The white population has decreased from 96% in 2013 to 91% in 2022. The Hispanic population has grown from 2% in 2013 to 6% in 2022. The "Two or More Races" category emerged in 2016 and has remained at 1-2%. A small Black population (1%) appeared in 2022 for the first time in the dataset.
The median income in Hamburg has shown growth, increasing from $49,100 in 2013 to $55,525 in 2022, an increase of about 13% over nine years. This growth aligns with the gradual increase in diversity. The economic conditions may be attracting a more diverse population. The increased diversity might be contributing to economic growth through new businesses or skills. The median income peaked at $58,172 in 2021 before dropping slightly in 2022, indicating some economic volatility.
The trends observed in Hamburg align with broader national patterns of increasing diversity in small towns and rural areas. The gradual increase in Hispanic population is consistent with national demographic shifts, although the pace of change in Hamburg appears slower than in many other areas of the country.
Based on the observed trends, Hamburg will likely continue its slow transition towards greater diversity over the next decade. It may remain categorized as Low Diversity for some time, but could potentially move towards Moderate Diversity if current trends accelerate. The Hispanic population may continue to grow, potentially reaching 10% or more in the next 5-10 years.
Economically, if the correlation between increasing diversity and rising median income continues, further modest economic growth might be expected. However, the recent dip in median income suggests caution in this prediction.
Hamburg appears to be a Transitional Community in its early stages, slowly moving from Low Diversity to potentially Moderate Diversity over the coming years. This transition, while gradual, may bring both opportunities and challenges as the community adapts to changing demographics and economic conditions.
