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Racial Composition and Low Diversity in Lenhartsville, Pennsylvania
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Lenhartsville, Pennsylvania, exhibits low diversity with a predominantly White population of 97% in 2022. This demographic composition has remained consistent over the past decade. The median income in 2022 was $84,909, showing a significant increase from previous years.
Throughout the observed period (2013-2022), Lenhartsville has maintained its low diversity categorization. The White population has consistently comprised over 90% of the total, with minimal representation from other racial groups. Minor fluctuations have occurred, but no significant shifts have been observed that would indicate a transition to another diversity category.
The Hispanic population showed a small increase from 0% in 2013 to 5% in 2016-2017, but then declined back to 0% by 2021-2022. Recent years have seen the emergence of a small Black population (2%) and individuals identifying as two or more races (2%), suggesting a very gradual increase in diversity, though not enough to change the overall categorization.
The median income in Lenhartsville has shown an upward trend, particularly in recent years. From $59,065 in 2013, it decreased slightly to $49,582 in 2015 before rising steadily to reach $84,909 in 2022. This represents an increase of about 44% over the decade.
While income has risen, the population has shown a downward trend. From a peak of 1,807 in 2014, the population declined to 1,285 in 2022, a decrease of about 29%. This suggests that while the area has become more prosperous, it may be becoming less accessible or attractive to a broader range of residents.
Based on observed trends, Lenhartsville is likely to remain in the low diversity category for the foreseeable future. The White population has remained consistently high, with only minor fluctuations in other racial groups. The gradual emergence of small Black and multiracial populations could indicate the early stages of a transition towards slightly increased diversity.
Economically, if the current trend continues, further increases in median income might be expected. This could potentially lead to gentrification-like effects, where the area becomes increasingly affluent but potentially less accessible to a diverse range of residents.
The combination of rising incomes and decreasing population presents a dynamic that warrants further investigation. It could suggest a shift in the local economy, perhaps towards higher-paying jobs but with fewer overall opportunities, or changes in housing availability and affordability.
