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Demographic Analysis of Glenbrook: A Black Majority Neighborhood in Columbus, Ohio
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Glenbrook, a neighborhood in Columbus, Ohio, is categorized as a "Black Majority" community with 74% of its population identifying as Black in 2022. This demographic composition has remained consistent over the past decade. The neighborhood faces economic challenges, with a median income of $39,421 in 2022, which is below the national median. This combination of racial homogeneity and economic difficulties suggests a community potentially affected by historical segregation and limited economic opportunities.
Throughout the 2013-2022 period, Glenbrook has consistently maintained its "Black Majority" status, with the Black population ranging from 69% to 75%. This stability indicates an established community with potentially strong cultural ties. The White population has slightly decreased from 24% in 2013 to 17% in 2022. There has been a small increase in the Hispanic population (from 3% to 4%) and those identifying as two or more races (from 3% to 5%). These minor shifts suggest the beginnings of a possible transition towards slightly increased diversity.
The economic trajectory of Glenbrook over the past decade has been concerning. Median income has fluctuated but generally trended downward, from $42,660 in 2013 to $39,421 in 2022, representing a decrease of about 7.6%. This decline in median income correlates with the slight decrease in the White population percentage. The population has remained relatively stable, with some fluctuations, suggesting that while the racial composition is largely unchanged, there may be turnover within the community.
The median household income in Glenbrook ($39,421 in 2022) is significantly lower than the national median income, which was around $70,784 in 2021. This disparity highlights the economic challenges faced by this community. The racial composition of Glenbrook, with its strong Black majority, is not typical of the overall demographics of Columbus or Ohio, which tend to be more diverse. This suggests that Glenbrook may be part of a historically segregated area within the larger urban context. The slight increase in Hispanic and multiracial populations, while small, aligns with national trends of increasing diversity in urban areas.
Glenbrook represents a stable Black Majority community that has maintained its demographic character over the past decade. However, the neighborhood faces significant economic challenges, with incomes well below national averages and showing a downward trend. While there are hints of increasing diversity, these changes are slow and have not yet significantly altered the community's overall composition. The combination of racial stability and economic decline suggests a need for targeted economic development and community support initiatives to improve opportunities and quality of life for residents in this Columbus neighborhood.
