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Racial Demographics and Low Diversity in Monongahela, 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
Monongahela, Pennsylvania, is currently categorized as a "Low Diversity" community based on our library of terms. As of 2022, the city has a population of 4,147 and is predominantly white (93%), with minimal representation from other racial groups. The median income in 2022 was $52,636, showing moderate economic stability.
Over the past decade, Monongahela has consistently maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community. The white population has remained above 90% throughout the period, with only slight fluctuations. However, there are subtle shifts worth noting: The Black population decreased from 6% in 2013 to 2% in 2022. The Hispanic population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 0% and 3%. The "Two or More Races" category has shown a gradual increase from 1% in 2013 to 4% in 2022. While these changes are minimal, they suggest a very slow trend towards slightly increased diversity, though not enough to change the city's overall categorization.
The median income has shown an overall positive trend, increasing from $41,396 in 2013 to $52,636 in 2022, representing a 27% increase over the decade. This growth suggests improving economic conditions for residents, despite minor fluctuations in some years. Population figures have remained relatively stable, with a slight overall decrease from 4,287 in 2013 to 4,147 in 2022, representing a 3.3% decline. This minor population loss doesn't appear to have significantly impacted the racial composition or economic trends of the city.
Monongahela's extremely high percentage of white residents (93%) is notably higher than the national average, which is closer to 60%.
Based on the observed trends, it's likely that Monongahela will maintain its "Low Diversity" status in the near future. However, the slow but steady increase in the "Two or More Races" category suggests a potential for gradual diversification over time. If this trend continues and accelerates, the city might eventually transition into a "Transitional Community" category, albeit over a much longer time frame than the decade analyzed here.
Economically, if the positive trend in median income continues, the city may see further improvements in living standards. This could potentially attract new residents and businesses, which might in turn contribute to increased diversity over time.
In conclusion, while Monongahela has remained a predominantly white, low-diversity community over the past decade, subtle demographic shifts and steady economic improvements suggest the potential for gradual change in the long term. However, any significant transition in the city's demographic makeup would likely occur over several decades rather than in the immediate future.
