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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Massillon, Ohio, as of 2022, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority". The city's population of 43,043 is 87% white, with a median income of $53,729. This demographic composition has remained relatively stable over the past decade, with minor changes observed.
Massillon has maintained its "Low Diversity" and "White Majority" status from 2013 to 2022. The white population decreased slightly from 90% to 87%. The Black population remained stable at approximately 6%. The Hispanic population increased from 1% to 2%. The most significant change occurred in the "Two or More Races" category, rising from 1% in 2013 to 5% in 2022. These changes suggest a gradual trend towards increased diversity.
The median income in Massillon increased from $44,448 in 2013 to $53,729 in 2022, a growth of 20.9%. This growth was not consistent, with steady increases from 2013 to 2021, reaching a peak of $57,444 in 2021, followed by a 6.5% decrease between 2021 and 2022. The economic growth generally correlates with the subtle increase in diversity, potentially indicating that economic opportunities may be attracting a more diverse population.
Massillon's demographic composition is less diverse than the national average. The city's gradual increase in diversity, particularly in the multiracial category, aligns with national trends of growing multiracial populations and increasing diversity in many U.S. cities.
Based on observed trends, Massillon is likely to continue its slow progression towards greater diversity over the next decade. While it may remain categorized as "Low Diversity" with a "White Majority" in the near term, there is potential for it to transition into a "Moderate Diversity" category if current trends accelerate.
The growing multiracial population and slight increases in Hispanic residents suggest that Massillon may be approaching a "Transitional Community" status. This shift could be further influenced by economic factors, depending on whether the city can reverse the recent decline in median income and continue to attract a more diverse population through economic opportunities.
Demographic changes often occur slowly, and Massillon's current "Low Diversity" status suggests that any transition to a significantly more diverse community would likely take place over an extended period, possibly beyond the next decade.