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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The neighborhood of Deshler Park in Columbus, Ohio, is classified as a "Black Majority" community, with 66% of the population identifying as Black in 2022. The area has undergone significant demographic changes over the past decade, accompanied by fluctuations in median income. Deshler Park is located near the historic Deshler Park, which was once part of the Deshler family estate in the 19th century.
From 2013 to 2022, Deshler Park maintained its status as a "Black Majority" neighborhood. The Black population decreased from 74% in 2013 to 66% in 2022. The White population increased from 15% in 2013 to 28% in 2022. The multi-racial population fluctuated, reaching 10% in 2021 before decreasing to 5% in 2022. These changes indicate a trend towards increased diversity, although the neighborhood remains predominantly Black.
The median income in Deshler Park has shown fluctuations over the decade. In 2013, it was $35,564. It peaked in 2017 at $39,346 before declining to $32,729 in 2022. This represents an overall decline in median income, with the 2022 figure lower than the 2013 starting point. The economic downturn coincides with the gradual decrease in the Black majority and increase in the White population.
The population of Deshler Park has declined from 3,102 in 2013 to 2,407 in 2022, indicating outmigration from the neighborhood. This population decrease, combined with the changing racial composition and fluctuating income levels, suggests a neighborhood in transition.
The increase in racial diversity in Deshler Park aligns with broader national trends of increasing diversity in urban areas. The decline in median income contrasts with national trends of slow but steady income growth over the past decade. The population decline in Deshler Park is notable, as many urban areas have experienced population growth in recent years.
Deshler Park is undergoing a gradual transition from a strongly Black Majority neighborhood to one with increasing diversity, particularly with growth in the White population. This demographic shift is accompanied by economic challenges, as evidenced by declining median income and population. These trends suggest a neighborhood in flux, potentially reflecting broader changes in Columbus's urban landscape and economy. The coming years will be crucial in determining whether Deshler Park continues on this path of increased diversity and economic restructuring, or if it stabilizes around its current demographic and economic profile.