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Demographic Analysis of East Hills: A Predominantly Black Neighborhood in Pittsburgh
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
East Hills, a neighborhood in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is characterized as a "Black Majority" community with 83% of its population identifying as Black in 2022. The neighborhood has experienced fluctuations in population and median income over the past decade. East Hills is known for its urban renewal and community development efforts, particularly through initiatives like the East Hills Community Consensus Group.
East Hills has maintained its status as a "Black Majority" community from 2013 to 2022. The percentage of Black residents has remained high, ranging from 79% to 88%. There have been subtle shifts in the racial composition, including a slight decrease in the Black population from 84% in 2013 to 83% in 2022, an increase in the White population from 9% in 2013 to 11% in 2022, and the emergence of "Other" racial categories from 0% in 2013 to 1% in 2022. These changes indicate a trend towards slightly increased diversity.
The median income in East Hills has shown significant volatility. From 2013 to 2015, it remained relatively stable around $29,000. Between 2016 and 2019, there was a sharp increase, peaking at $43,078 in 2019. From 2020 to 2022, there was a dramatic decrease to $28,952. These economic changes correlate with demographic shifts, suggesting a complex interplay between racial composition and economic conditions in East Hills.
Population trends show a general decline from 8,010 in 2010 to 6,948 in 2022, with some fluctuations. This overall decrease might indicate challenges in retaining residents, possibly due to economic factors or urban development issues.
The persistent "Black Majority" status of East Hills is notable in the context of Pittsburgh's overall demographics, where Black residents make up about 23% of the city's population. This concentration suggests East Hills may be an important cultural center for Pittsburgh's Black community.
The economic volatility in East Hills, particularly the sharp decline post-2019, may reflect broader economic challenges faced by many urban neighborhoods. The extent of this decline (from $43,078 in 2019 to $28,952 in 2022) is particularly severe and may indicate specific local challenges or vulnerabilities in East Hills' economic structure.
The slight increase in diversity aligns with national trends of increasing racial diversity in urban areas. However, the persistence of a strong Black majority suggests that East Hills has maintained its distinct cultural identity amidst these changes.
East Hills presents a picture of a predominantly Black neighborhood grappling with significant economic challenges while experiencing subtle shifts towards increased diversity. The community's resilience in maintaining its cultural identity amidst these changes is noteworthy, as is the need for targeted economic development strategies to address the recent sharp decline in median income.
