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Demographic Analysis of Mount Washington: A Low Diversity Neighborhood with White Majority
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Mount Washington, a neighborhood in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, displays characteristics of Low Diversity, with a predominantly white population (82% in 2022). The area has maintained this demographic profile consistently over the past decade. Mount Washington is known for its views of the Pittsburgh skyline and its Duquesne and Monongahela Inclines, which serve as tourist attractions and transportation for residents.
Throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), Mount Washington has consistently fallen under the Low Diversity category, with the white population maintaining a significant majority (over 80% each year). There have been no notable transitions between diversity categories. However, there have been subtle fluctuations within this overall stable pattern. The Black population has remained relatively steady, fluctuating between 8-12% over the decade. The Hispanic population has shown a slight increase, from 3% in 2013 to 4% in 2022. The Asian population has maintained a consistent 1% representation since 2016. The Two or More Races category has doubled from 1% to 2% over the period.
The median income in Mount Washington has shown an overall upward trend, with some fluctuations. From 2013 to 2020, the median income increased modestly from $52,196 to $56,702. There was a significant jump in 2021 to $65,963, followed by a decrease to $55,850 in 2022. This economic trend does not seem to directly correlate with the minor demographic shifts observed. Population figures show a general decline from 2013 (8,964) to 2019 (8,027), followed by a slight rebound to 8,420 in 2022.
Mount Washington's demographic stability contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity. While the U.S. as a whole has been moving towards greater racial and ethnic diversity, with growing Hispanic and Asian populations, Mount Washington has maintained its predominantly white demographic. The neighborhood's median income, while fluctuating, has generally remained above the national median household income (which was around $67,521 in 2020). This suggests that Mount Washington remains a relatively affluent area within Pittsburgh.
The population decline followed by a recent uptick might reflect broader urban trends of initial suburbanization followed by renewed interest in city living, particularly in neighborhoods with unique amenities like Mount Washington's views and inclines. In conclusion, Mount Washington presents a picture of demographic stability with slight economic fluctuations. While it has not experienced the significant diversification seen in many urban areas across the U.S., its economic resilience and recent population growth suggest it remains an attractive neighborhood within Pittsburgh.
