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Demographic and Racial Composition of Grand Crossing: A Predominantly Black Chicago Neighborhood
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Grand Crossing, a neighborhood in Chicago, Illinois, is characterized by low diversity with a predominantly Black population. As of 2022, 90% of the population was Black. The area has experienced modest economic growth over the past decade. The median income increased from $30,011 in 2013 to $30,616 in 2022. Grand Crossing has historical significance in Chicago's development, particularly its role in the Great Migration of African Americans from the South in the early 20th century.
Throughout the period from 2013 to 2022, Grand Crossing maintained its status of low diversity. The Black population comprised over 90% of residents. However, subtle shifts indicate a potential transition towards slightly increased diversity. The Black population decreased from 94% in 2013 to 90% in 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 0% in 2013 to 5% in 2022. The White population increased from 1% in 2013 to 3% in 2022. The population identifying as two or more races increased from 1% in 2013 to 2% in 2022.
These changes are gradual but suggest the neighborhood may be slowly evolving towards a more diverse composition. If these trends continue, Grand Crossing may transition to a Transitional Community in the coming years. The median income in Grand Crossing has shown moderate fluctuations over the decade. In 2013, it was $30,011. It dipped to its lowest point of $25,325 in 2016. It peaked at $33,663 in 2021 before settling at $30,616 in 2022.
Despite these fluctuations, the overall trend shows a slight increase in median income, with about 2% growth from 2013 to 2022. This modest economic growth correlates with the subtle demographic shifts, possibly indicating that increased diversity is associated with some economic improvement. The population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 10,989 in 2018 and 12,318 in 2014, with a slight overall decline from 12,069 in 2013 to 10,893 in 2022. This population stability, combined with the gradual increase in diversity and modest income growth, suggests a slowly evolving neighborhood dynamic.
Grand Crossing's demographic composition remains predominantly Black. The slight increase in diversity aligns with broader trends seen in many urban areas across the United States. However, the pace of diversification in Grand Crossing appears slower compared to national averages, where many cities are experiencing more rapid demographic shifts. The modest income growth in Grand Crossing, while positive, may not be keeping pace with overall economic growth in the Chicago metropolitan area or nationally. This could indicate that while the neighborhood is showing signs of positive change, it may still face economic challenges compared to surrounding areas.
The stability in population, despite slight declines, could be seen as a positive sign in the context of some Chicago neighborhoods that have experienced more significant population losses. This stability might indicate that Grand Crossing maintains a strong sense of community and attachment among its residents, even as it slowly diversifies. Grand Crossing exhibits characteristics of a slowly evolving neighborhood, maintaining its historical demographic composition while showing early signs of increased diversity and modest economic improvement. These trends, if continued, may lead to more significant changes in the neighborhood's character and economic status in the coming years.
