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Demographic Analysis of Highview Hills: A Predominantly Black Neighborhood in Dayton, 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
Highview Hills, a neighborhood in Dayton, Ohio, is categorized as "Low Diversity" with a strong Black Majority. As of 2022, 84% of the population is Black, with minimal representation from other racial groups. The neighborhood has experienced modest economic growth over the past decade, with median income increasing from $21,192 in 2013 to $26,699 in 2022. The population size has remained relatively stable, ranging from 500 to 550 residents throughout the observed period.
Over the past decade, Highview Hills has consistently remained a Black Majority community within the "Low Diversity" category. However, there are subtle signs of increasing diversity. The Black population percentage has slowly decreased from 94% in 2016 to 84% in 2022. There has been a notable increase in the "Two or More Races" category, rising from 2% in 2016 to 10% in 2022. A small Hispanic population (2%) emerged in 2021 and 2022. These changes suggest that Highview Hills might be in the early stages of becoming a "Transitional Community," albeit at a slow pace.
The neighborhood has seen a modest but steady increase in median income. In 2013, the median income was $21,192. It experienced a slight dip to $20,785 in 2017, before rising to $26,699 in 2022. This represents a 26% increase in median income over nine years. The most significant growth occurred between 2019 and 2020, with income increasing from $23,290 to $26,699.
The population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 479 (2011) and 540 (2014) residents. This stability, combined with the increasing income, suggests a gradual economic improvement without significant demographic turnover.
Highview Hills remains considerably less diverse than many urban areas in the United States. The neighborhood's strong Black majority is significantly higher than the national average, where Black Americans comprise about 13.4% of the population. The median income growth in Highview Hills, while positive, still leaves the neighborhood well below the national median household income, which was approximately $67,521 in 2020. This suggests that while economic conditions are improving, the area still faces economic challenges compared to national averages.
The gradual increase in diversity, particularly the growth in multiracial residents, aligns with national trends. The U.S. has seen a significant increase in people identifying as multiracial, with this group growing by 276% between 2010 and 2020 according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Highview Hills presents a picture of a stable, predominantly Black community experiencing slow but steady economic improvement and the early stages of increased racial diversity. While these changes are modest compared to national averages, they indicate a community in gradual transition, both demographically and economically.
