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Demographic Shifts in Corryville: From Moderate Diversity to White Majority
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Corryville, a neighborhood in Cincinnati, Ohio, currently exhibits a White Majority demographic composition with a median income of $24,794 as of 2022. The community has undergone significant demographic shifts over the past decade, transitioning from a more diverse composition to its current state. Corryville is located near the University of Cincinnati, which likely influences its demographic makeup and economic characteristics.
In 2013, Corryville displayed Moderate Diversity, with a relatively balanced representation of White (51%) and Black (33%) residents, along with a small Asian population (10%). Over the next decade, the neighborhood experienced a substantial transformation. From 2013 to 2017, the White population steadily increased while the Black population decreased, indicating a shift towards a White Majority. By 2018, the White population surpassed 60%, solidifying a White Majority status. This trend continued, with the White population reaching 67% by 2022.
The Black population decreased significantly from 33% in 2013 to 11% in 2022. The Asian population remained relatively stable, while there was a notable increase in the Two or More Races category. The demographic shifts in Corryville correlate with changes in median income and population. The median income increased from $22,213 in 2013 to $24,794 in 2022, a modest 11.6% increase over the decade. The population grew substantially from 3,196 in 2013 to 4,500 in 2022, a 40.8% increase.
The simultaneous increase in White population, median income, and overall population suggests a possible gentrification process, potentially driven by the neighborhood's proximity to the university. The demographic changes in Corryville align with broader trends observed in many urban areas across the United States. Many cities have experienced similar patterns of neighborhood transformation, often associated with university expansion or urban redevelopment initiatives.
While the median income in Corryville has increased, it remains significantly below the national median income (which was around $70,000 in 2022), indicating persistent economic challenges despite demographic changes. The presence of the University of Cincinnati likely contributes to the increasing White and Asian populations, as well as the growing "Two or More Races" category, reflecting national trends in higher education demographics.
Corryville has undergone a significant demographic transformation over the past decade, transitioning from a moderately diverse community to one with a clear White Majority. This shift, coupled with population growth and modest income increases, suggests a complex interplay of factors including possible gentrification, university influence, and broader urban development trends. The neighborhood's evolution reflects larger patterns of urban demographic change while maintaining its unique character as a university-adjacent community.
