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Columbia-Tusculum: A Study of Racial Composition in Cincinnati's Oldest Neighborhood
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Columbia-Tusculum, Cincinnati's oldest neighborhood, exhibits Low Diversity characteristics with a white majority of 86% as of 2022. The neighborhood's median income reached $111,220 in 2022, significantly above the national average. Columbia-Tusculum was established in 1788, adding historical significance to its demographic profile.
Over the past decade, Columbia-Tusculum has maintained its status as a Low Diversity neighborhood with a strong White Majority. The white population decreased from 94% in 2017 to 86% in 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 1% in 2017 to 6% in 2022. Asian and Black populations remained relatively stable with slight increases over the decade.
The median income in Columbia-Tusculum has shown growth from $99,732 in 2013 to $111,220 in 2022, with a temporary dip to $87,879 in 2017. This upward trend in median income correlates with subtle increases in diversity. The population has remained relatively stable over the decade, fluctuating between about 1,800 and 2,200 residents.
Columbia-Tusculum remains less diverse than Cincinnati as a whole. Cincinnati's overall population is approximately 50% white, 42% Black, and 4% Hispanic. This contrast highlights Columbia-Tusculum's unique demographic composition within the larger urban context.
The neighborhood's high median income sets it apart from many other areas in Cincinnati. The city's overall median household income is around $40,000, less than half of Columbia-Tusculum's. This economic disparity may influence the neighborhood's demographic composition and its slow pace of diversification.
Columbia-Tusculum remains a Low Diversity, White Majority neighborhood. Subtle shifts in its racial composition and consistent increases in median income suggest a slow transition. These changes could indicate broader socio-economic trends affecting historically homogeneous, affluent neighborhoods in urban areas. The challenge for Columbia-Tusculum may be to balance its historical character with evolving demographics and ensure inclusive growth for all residents.
