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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 45156: A Study of Racial Homogeneity in Neville, Ohio
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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 45156, encompassing Neville in Ohio, presents a distinct demographic profile. As of 2022, this community of 17 residents exhibits extremely low diversity, with 100% of the population identified as white. This racial homogeneity has remained constant throughout the available data, categorizing Neville as a White Majority area with minimal demographic variation.
Throughout the 2013-2022 period, Neville has consistently maintained its status as a White Majority community with Low Diversity. The racial composition has shown stability, with the white population consistently representing 95-100% of residents. This lack of change suggests a static demographic environment, possibly due to limited migration or a strong preservation of existing community structures.
The economic landscape of Neville has shown significant volatility over the past decade. The median income fluctuated dramatically, with a peak in 2013-2014 at around $78,000, a sharp decline to $31,333 in 2016, and a subsequent recovery and stabilization between $40,000 and $57,000 from 2017 onwards, with the most recent figure in 2022 at $47,977. These economic shifts do not appear to have significantly impacted the racial composition of the area.
The population of Neville has seen a gradual decline over the decade, from 22 residents in 2013 to a low of 12 residents in 2018, with a slight recovery to 17 residents in 2022. This population decrease represents a significant proportional change for such a small community.
The extreme racial homogeneity of Neville is unusual even for rural America. While many small towns have predominantly white populations, it is rare to see such a complete lack of diversity over an extended period. This could be due to various factors such as geographic isolation, limited economic opportunities for newcomers, or strong local cultural ties.
The economic volatility experienced by Neville, particularly the sharp decline in 2016, may reflect broader trends affecting small rural communities in Ohio and across the Midwest. Many such areas have faced challenges related to changing industry landscapes, agricultural shifts, or broader economic downturns.
The slight population recovery in recent years, coupled with a stabilization of median income, might suggest a degree of resilience in this small community. However, the extremely small population size means that even minor changes can have outsized impacts on statistical measures.
Neville represents an example of an extremely small, racially homogeneous community that has maintained its demographic character despite significant economic fluctuations. Its ability to persist with such a small population base in the face of economic challenges is noteworthy and may offer insights into the resilience of tight-knit rural communities.
