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Demographic Shifts and Racial Composition in Catonsville, Maryland: 2013-2022
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Catonsville, Maryland, is currently a White Majority community with moderate diversity. As of 2022, the white population comprises 63% of the total, while other racial groups show significant representation. The city's median income of $95,328 in 2022 indicates a relatively affluent area, though it has fluctuated in recent years.
Over the past decade, Catonsville has been transitioning from a Low Diversity community towards a more diverse demographic makeup. In 2013, the white population constituted 74% of the total, bordering on the Low Diversity category. However, by 2022, this percentage decreased to 63%, while other racial groups, particularly Asian and Black populations, saw notable increases.
The community has been steadily moving towards the Moderate Diversity category, with the Asian population growing from 3% to 9%, and the Black population increasing from 15% to 18% between 2013 and 2022. This trend indicates a Transitional Community as defined in our library, with clear movement towards greater racial diversity.
The median income in Catonsville has shown an overall upward trend, rising from $90,801 in 2013 to $95,328 in 2022, with a peak of $101,451 in 2021. This economic growth has coincided with the increasing diversity, suggesting that the area has remained attractive to various demographic groups while maintaining its economic strength.
The population has remained relatively stable, with a slight increase from 42,496 in 2013 to 42,767 in 2022. This stability, combined with rising incomes and increasing diversity, points to a community that is evolving while maintaining its overall appeal and economic base.
Based on the observed trends, Catonsville is likely to continue its transition towards greater diversity. If current trends persist, we can predict that within the next 5-10 years, the community may shift from a White Majority to a Majority-Minority status. The Asian and Black populations are likely to continue growing, potentially leading to a High Diversity classification if their representation continues to increase at current rates.
Economically, the area is likely to maintain its affluence, given the steady income growth over the past decade. However, the slight dip in median income from 2021 to 2022 should be monitored to determine if it's an anomaly or the start of a new trend.
Catonsville appears to be successfully navigating a demographic transition while maintaining economic stability. This evolving diversity, coupled with consistent economic strength, positions the community for continued growth and adaptation in the coming years.
