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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Youngstown, Ohio, as of 2019, is classified as a "Moderate Diversity" community. The racial composition consists of 46% White and 41% Black populations, with a 9% Hispanic representation. The city's median income in 2019 was $29,143.
From 2015 to 2019, Youngstown maintained its "Moderate Diversity" status. The White population increased from 41% to 46%, while the Black population remained relatively stable, decreasing from 43% to 41%. The Hispanic population decreased from 12% to 9%. Asian and Two or More Races categories showed minimal changes.
The median income in Youngstown demonstrated an upward trend. In 2013, it was $24,767, increasing to $26,789 in 2016, and reaching $29,143 in 2019. This represents a 17.7% increase over six years, indicating gradual economic improvement. The median income remains relatively low compared to national averages.
Population trends indicate a slight decline from 66,835 in 2010 to 65,479 in 2019, a decrease of about 2%. This suggests a relatively stable population with minor outmigration.
Youngstown's demographic makeup and economic challenges are characteristic of many Rust Belt cities that have faced industrial decline. The gradual increase in median income, despite population loss, might indicate some economic restructuring efforts taking hold.
Based on observed trends, Youngstown is likely to maintain its "Moderate Diversity" status in the near future. If current trends continue, a slow progression towards a "White Plurality" scenario might occur, especially if the White population continues to increase while other groups remain stable or decrease.
Economically, the steady increase in median income suggests continued, albeit slow, economic improvement. However, the city still faces significant economic challenges, as evidenced by the relatively low median income.
Youngstown presents a picture of a moderately diverse community slowly recovering from economic challenges. While racial demographics have shifted slightly, the overall diversity remains a defining characteristic. The city's future likely depends on its ability to leverage this diversity for economic growth and to address the underlying factors contributing to population decline.