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Demographic and Racial Analysis of Salem Village, Columbus: A White Majority Neighborhood in Transition
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Salem Village in Columbus, Ohio, is classified as a "White Majority" community with moderate diversity. As of 2022, the neighborhood has 5,941 residents and a median income of $75,477. The population has remained stable over the past decade, ranging between 5,800 and 6,250 residents.
Over the past decade, Salem Village has maintained its "White Majority" status, with the white population consistently representing over 60% of residents. The Black population increased slightly from 15% in 2013 to 17% in 2022. The Asian population grew from 2% in 2013 to 6% in 2018, before declining to 2% in 2022. The Hispanic population peaked at 12% in 2018 before decreasing to 5% in 2022. The proportion of residents identifying as two or more races doubled from 3% in 2013 to 6% in 2022.
The neighborhood has experienced significant economic growth over the past decade. Median income rose from $62,274 in 2013 to $75,477 in 2022, an increase of about 21%. The most substantial income growth occurred between 2017 and 2019, with median income increasing from $68,349 to $74,690. The overall trend shows consistent economic improvement.
Salem Village's demographic and economic trends align with patterns observed in many suburban areas of major U.S. cities. The gradual increase in diversity reflects national trends of suburbanization among minority populations, particularly in mid-sized cities like Columbus. The economic growth experienced in Salem Village outpaces the national average, which saw median household income rise by about 10% between 2013 and 2022, adjusted for inflation. The fluctuation in Asian and Hispanic populations might indicate broader migration patterns influenced by economic opportunities or changes in immigration policies. The increase in multiracial identifications aligns with national trends, as the U.S. Census Bureau reported a 276% increase in the multiracial population between 2010 and 2020.
Salem Village represents a gradually diversifying, economically improving suburban neighborhood. It maintains its "White Majority" status, but incremental shifts towards greater diversity, coupled with consistent economic growth, suggest a community in transition. These changes reflect broader national trends of increasing suburban diversity and economic stratification, positioning Salem Village as a microcosm of evolving American suburban demographics.
