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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 44044: Racial Composition and Economic Trends 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
Zip code 44044 in Grafton, Ohio, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The area has a population of 14,247 and a median household income of $71,869. This analysis examines the community's evolution over the past decade.
From 2013 to 2022, Grafton has maintained its status as a "Low Diversity" community with a strong "White Majority". The white population has remained above 80% throughout this period, decreasing slightly from 84% in 2013 to 82% in 2022. This indicates a relatively stable demographic landscape.
Several minor demographic shifts have occurred during this period. The Black population decreased from 11% in 2013 to 6% in 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 2% in 2013 to 6% in 2022. The population identifying as two or more races increased from 1% to 5% over the decade. Despite these changes, the community's "Low Diversity" and "White Majority" status remained unchanged.
The median household income in Grafton has shown an upward trend, increasing from $63,050 in 2013 to $71,869 in 2022, representing a growth of about 14% over the decade. This increase outpaces inflation for the same period, suggesting improved economic conditions for residents.
The population of Grafton decreased from 14,948 in 2013 to 14,247 in 2022. This combination of rising incomes and declining population could indicate outmigration of lower-income residents, an aging population, or economic development leading to better-paying jobs for existing residents.
The slow increase in racial diversity in Grafton aligns with broader national trends towards greater diversity in many communities. The increase in median household income is also consistent with national trends, though the rate of increase may be higher than the national average. The decrease in population contrasts with the trend of population growth in many suburban areas, potentially indicating challenges in attracting or retaining residents despite economic improvements.
In conclusion, Grafton remains a "Low Diversity" community with a strong "White Majority", but subtle demographic shifts and consistent economic growth suggest a community in slow transition. Local leaders may need to consider leveraging the area's economic strengths to attract a more diverse population and address population decline, if desired by the community.
