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Demographic Analysis of Chicago Midway Airport Neighborhood: Hispanic Majority and Racial Composition
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Chicago Midway Airport neighborhood is classified as a "Racial Majority" area, with Hispanics constituting 80% of the population in 2022. Over the past decade, the neighborhood has transitioned from a diverse community to one with a clear Hispanic majority. The median income in the area is $46,715 as of 2022, which is lower than its peak in 2016. The neighborhood's proximity to Midway International Airport likely influences its demographics and economic dynamics due to job opportunities and transportation accessibility.
The neighborhood exhibited a "Majority-Minority" composition in 2013, with Hispanics (62%) and Whites (36%) as the primary groups. A consistent trend of increasing Hispanic representation and declining White population has been observed over the decade. The area transitioned to a "Racial Majority" around 2019-2020 when the Hispanic population exceeded 70% and continued to grow. This demographic shift can be categorized as a "Transitional Community" throughout much of the decade.
The median income in the neighborhood has shown volatility over the years. It reached its peak in 2016 at $64,226, coinciding with the period just before the Hispanic population became the clear majority. Since then, there has been a general downward trend in median income. This economic shift may be related to the changing demographics, potentially reflecting changes in the local job market or the skill sets of the local workforce.
The population of the neighborhood has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 216 and 307 residents over the decade. This suggests that the demographic changes are more likely due to differential migration patterns rather than significant overall population growth or decline.
The trend of increasing Hispanic population in this neighborhood aligns with broader demographic shifts seen in many urban areas across the United States, particularly in major cities like Chicago. However, the extent of the shift in this neighborhood is more pronounced than national averages.
The economic trajectory of the neighborhood, with declining median incomes since 2016, contrasts with national trends of generally increasing median incomes over the same period. This local economic challenge may be related to the specific economic conditions around Midway Airport or could reflect broader economic disparities faced by predominantly Hispanic communities in urban areas.
The Chicago Midway Airport neighborhood has undergone a significant demographic transformation over the past decade, transitioning from a diverse "Majority-Minority" area to a clear "Hispanic Majority" community. This shift has been accompanied by economic challenges, as evidenced by the declining median income. These changes likely have implications for local businesses, community services, and cultural dynamics in the area.
