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Demographic Analysis of O'Fallon Neighborhood: A Predominantly Black Community in St. Louis
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The O'Fallon neighborhood in St. Louis, Missouri, is characterized by Low Diversity with a strong Black Majority. In 2022, 94% of the population identified as Black, with minimal representation from other racial groups. The median income in 2022 was $27,602, which is below the national median income. O'Fallon is one of St. Louis's traditionally African American neighborhoods, with a cultural heritage dating back to the early 20th century.
Over the past decade, O'Fallon has maintained its status as a Black Majority neighborhood. From 2013 to 2015, the neighborhood exhibited extremely Low Diversity, with 98-99% of the population identifying as Black. From 2016 onwards, there has been a slight trend towards increased diversity, though still within the Low Diversity category. The Black population decreased from 99% in 2013 to 94% in 2022. Small increases in White (3% in 2022), Hispanic (1%), and Two or More Races (2%) populations were observed.
The median income in O'Fallon has fluctuated over the past decade. It increased from $25,265 in 2013 to a peak of $33,402 in 2019. There was a drop to $27,832 in 2020, likely due to the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Since then, it has remained relatively stable around $28,000.
The population has declined from 5,121 in 2013 to 4,464 in 2022, a decrease of about 13%. This population decline, coupled with the modest income growth, suggests ongoing economic challenges in the neighborhood.
The demographic stability of O'Fallon contrasts with national trends of increasing diversity in urban areas. While many U.S. cities have seen significant increases in Hispanic and Asian populations, O'Fallon has maintained its predominantly Black demographic.
The median income in O'Fallon ($27,602 in 2022) is lower than the national median household income (which was around $70,000 in 2022). This income gap highlights the economic challenges faced by this community.
The population decline in O'Fallon runs counter to the trend of urban population growth seen in many U.S. cities over the past decade. This could be indicative of broader economic or social issues affecting the neighborhood, such as limited job opportunities or residents seeking improved living conditions elsewhere.
O'Fallon has seen minimal racial demographic shifts over the past decade, but faces significant economic challenges. The persistence of low incomes and population decline suggests a need for targeted economic development initiatives to improve opportunities and quality of life for residents in this historically significant African American neighborhood.
