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Demographic Composition and Racial Diversity in Landsdowne, Youngstown: A Decade of Change
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Landsdowne, a neighborhood in Youngstown, Ohio, exhibits a demographic profile classified as a "Majority-Minority" community with "Moderate Diversity." As of 2022, the population stands at 6,546, with African Americans comprising 44%, White residents 34%, and Hispanic residents 16%. The median income in 2022 was $25,090, indicating economic challenges. Landsdowne is part of Youngstown, a city known for its steel industry history and ongoing economic revitalization efforts.
Over the past decade, Landsdowne has maintained its "Majority-Minority" status with minor shifts in racial composition. The African American population has remained between 41% and 47%, the White population increased slightly from 32% to 34%, and the Hispanic population decreased from 20% to 16%. There has been a notable increase in residents identifying as two or more races, from 2% to 5%. These changes suggest a trend towards increased diversity.
The economic trajectory of Landsdowne has been volatile. Median income peaked in 2014 at $33,856, reached its lowest point in 2019 at $24,989, briefly recovered to $33,240 in 2021, and then dropped to $25,090 in 2022. The period of highest income (2013-2016) coincided with a slightly higher percentage of White residents and a lower percentage of African American residents. Recent income volatility aligns with shifts in the Hispanic population and increases in multiracial residents.
Population trends show a steady decline from 9,067 in 2013 to 6,546 in 2022, suggesting ongoing challenges in retaining residents, possibly linked to economic instability.
Landsdowne's demographic and economic trends reflect broader patterns observed in many Rust Belt cities. The shift towards greater diversity is consistent with national trends of increasing multiracial populations and growing diversity in urban areas. The economic volatility and population decline are characteristic of many former industrial centers in the Midwest, as they struggle to adapt to post-industrial economies. The median income in Landsdowne ($25,090 in 2022) is significantly below the national median household income (approximately $70,784 in 2021), highlighting the economic challenges faced by this community.
Landsdowne exemplifies a community in transition, experiencing demographic shifts that increase its diversity while grappling with economic challenges. These changes present both opportunities and challenges for community development and social cohesion in the coming years.
