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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 44045: Persistent White Majority and Low Diversity
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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 zip code 44045 in Grand River, Ohio, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority" as of 2022. The area has a population of 296 and a median income of $68,288. This small community has maintained its racial composition over the past decade with minor fluctuations.
From 2013 to 2022, the community has consistently been categorized as "Low Diversity," with the white population comprising over 80% of the total. The community briefly approached "Moderate Diversity" around 2016-2017, with the Black population reaching 10% and the Hispanic population growing to 3-4%. However, by 2022, the community reverted to a stronger "White Majority" (91%), with a slight increase in the Black population (5%) compared to the previous few years.
The Asian population has remained consistently low, never exceeding 3% throughout the decade. The "Two or More Races" category showed some growth, peaking at 5% in 2019-2020, but has since decreased to 2% by 2022.
The median income in Grand River has shown a general upward trend over the decade. From 2013 to 2022, the median income increased from $47,440 to $68,288, a rise of about 44%. The most substantial jump occurred between 2019 and 2020, with income increasing from $55,890 to $68,312, coinciding with a slight increase in population. The highest median income was recorded in 2021 at $71,840, followed by a slight decrease in 2022. The periods of slightly higher diversity (2016-2018) corresponded with more moderate income levels, while the return to lower diversity in recent years has coincided with higher median incomes.
The community's consistent "White Majority" status and "Low Diversity" categorization suggest it has not followed broader national trends towards increasing diversity seen in many urban and suburban areas. The significant increase in median income over the decade (44%) indicates a rapidly improving economic situation for residents. The community's small population and limited geographic area (0.5 square miles) suggest it may be a relatively isolated or exclusive enclave, potentially explaining its resistance to broader demographic shifts.
In conclusion, while Grand River has seen substantial economic growth over the past decade, its demographic composition has remained relatively stable, maintaining its status as a small, predominantly white community with low diversity. The brief periods of slightly increased diversity did not lead to long-term changes, and the community appears to be consolidating its existing demographic and economic character rather than transitioning towards greater diversity.
