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Demographic Analysis of North Ridgeville, Ohio: A Study of Racial Composition from 2013 to 2022
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
North Ridgeville, Ohio, is categorized as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority." As of 2022, the white population comprises 89% of the city's 35,481 residents. The median income is $80,415. This suburban community has experienced steady growth over the past decade in both population and economic terms.
While North Ridgeville has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community throughout the analyzed period, there are subtle shifts indicating a gradual move towards increased diversity. The white population has decreased from 94% in 2013 to 89% in 2022. The Hispanic population has shown the most significant growth, increasing from 3% in 2013 to 7% in 2022. Other minority groups, including Asian, Black, and multiracial populations, have seen slight increases, collectively rising from 2% to 5% over the decade. These changes suggest that North Ridgeville may be in the early stages of becoming a "Transitional Community," albeit at a slow pace.
The city's economic landscape has generally improved alongside its demographic shifts. Median income increased from $77,433 in 2013 to $80,415 in 2022, peaking at $84,494 in 2021. Population growth has been consistent, rising from 30,138 in 2013 to 35,481 in 2022, a 17.7% increase. The correlation between increasing diversity and rising median income suggests that the community's gradual diversification may be linked to economic opportunities attracting a more varied population.
North Ridgeville's trends align with broader patterns seen in many suburban areas across the United States, including gradual diversification of traditionally homogeneous communities, steady population growth in suburban areas, and increasing median incomes, particularly in communities near major metropolitan areas.
Based on the observed trends, North Ridgeville is likely to continue its gradual transition towards greater diversity over the coming years. The Hispanic population is expected to continue growing, potentially reaching or exceeding 10% within the next 5-10 years. Other minority groups may see modest increases, collectively approaching 10-15% of the population. The white majority is likely to decrease further but remain the dominant group, potentially dropping below 85% in the next decade.
Economically, the city is poised for continued growth, with median incomes likely to stabilize or increase slightly, assuming current trends persist. North Ridgeville may transition from "Low Diversity" to "Moderate Diversity" within the next 10-15 years if current trends accelerate. However, this transition would require more significant growth in minority populations and a more substantial decrease in the white majority.
The city appears to be in the early stages of a long-term transition, balancing economic growth with gradual demographic changes. This evolution may bring both opportunities and challenges as the community adapts to a more diverse population while maintaining its suburban character and economic stability.
