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Demographic and Economic Trends in Moreland: A Black Majority Neighborhood in Shaker Heights, 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
The Moreland neighborhood in Shaker Heights, Ohio, is a Black Majority community with a median income of $53,490 as of 2022. This predominantly African American neighborhood has maintained its racial composition over the past decade while experiencing fluctuations in economic indicators. Moreland is one of the first areas in Shaker Heights to undergo racial integration in the mid-20th century.
Throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), Moreland has consistently remained a Black Majority community. The percentage of Black residents has ranged from 73% to 80%, with a slight increase over time. This stability in racial composition suggests a well-established African American community with strong ties to the area.
The White population has seen a slight decrease, from 18% in 2013 to 15% in 2022. The Two or More Races category has shown a small increase, from 2% to 4% over the decade. Other racial groups, including Asian, Hispanic, and Native American, have maintained relatively stable, small percentages. These minor shifts indicate a slow trend towards slightly increased diversity within the Black Majority framework.
The median income in Moreland has shown an overall upward trend, albeit with some fluctuations. In 2013, the median income was $43,203. It peaked in 2021 at $62,316. As of 2022, it stands at $53,490, showing a recent decline but still higher than the 2013 figure. This economic trajectory suggests a general improvement in the financial well-being of residents over the decade, despite recent setbacks.
Population figures have remained relatively stable, ranging from about 2,900 to 3,700 residents. The slight increase in population (from 3,019 in 2013 to 3,583 in 2022) could indicate a growing attractiveness of the neighborhood, possibly due to improved economic conditions or community development initiatives.
The stability of the Black Majority in Moreland contrasts with national trends of increasing diversity in many urban areas. This suggests strong community ties and possibly a deliberate effort to maintain the neighborhood's cultural identity. The gradual increase in median income aligns with broader economic recovery trends following the 2008 recession, though the recent decline may reflect wider economic challenges. The slight increase in multiracial residents mirrors a national trend of growing multiracial identification, particularly among younger generations.
Moreland presents a picture of a stable Black Majority community with gradual economic improvements and subtle shifts towards increased diversity. These trends reflect both the neighborhood's strong cultural identity and its responsiveness to broader socio-economic changes, positioning Moreland as a community that balances tradition with slow, steady evolution.
