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Demographic Analysis of South Collinwood: A Predominantly African American Neighborhood in Cleveland
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
South Collinwood, a neighborhood in Cleveland, Ohio, is categorized as "Low Diversity" with a strong Black Majority. As of 2022, the Black population comprises 81% of the neighborhood, while the median income is $24,801. This income level is below the national median. South Collinwood has an industrial history, particularly its connection to the Collinwood railroad yard, which was significant in Cleveland's development as a transportation hub.
Over the past decade, South Collinwood has maintained its status as a Black Majority neighborhood. The Black population has declined from 87% in 2017 to 81% in 2022. The "Two or More Races" category has increased from 1% in 2013 to 9% in 2022. The white population has remained stable at 9-10% throughout the decade. Hispanic, Asian, and other racial groups maintain representation below 2% each.
The economic situation in South Collinwood shows gradual improvement over the decade. The median income has increased from $21,363 in 2013 to $24,801 in 2022, a 16% growth over nine years. The neighborhood has experienced a population decrease from 13,642 in 2013 to 11,415 in 2022, a decline of about 16%.
South Collinwood's demographic and economic trends should be viewed within the broader context of Cleveland and national trends. The neighborhood's high Black population percentage is above Cleveland's overall Black population, which was about 48% in 2020. This indicates that South Collinwood remains one of the city's predominantly Black neighborhoods despite slight diversification.
The median income in South Collinwood ($24,801 in 2022) is lower than both Cleveland's median household income ($32,053 in 2021) and the national median ($69,021 in 2021). This gap highlights the economic challenges faced by the neighborhood.
The population decrease in South Collinwood aligns with broader trends in Cleveland, which has been experiencing population loss for several decades. However, the rate of decline in South Collinwood appears to be more pronounced than the city average.
South Collinwood is showing signs of subtle demographic shifts and modest economic improvement. It remains a predominantly Black, low-income neighborhood facing economic challenges compared to city and national averages. The increasing multiracial population and slight income growth provide potential for future diversification and economic development, but efforts may be needed to address the income gap and population decline.
