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Demographic Shifts in Strawberry Farms: From White Majority to Racial Diversity
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Strawberry Farms, a neighborhood in Columbus, Ohio, has experienced significant demographic changes from 2010 to 2022. The community transitioned from a "White Majority" to a "Majority-Minority" area during this period. The population increased from 6,728 in 2010 to 8,823 in 2022. Strawberry Farms is characterized by a mix of suburban-style housing and community gardens.
In 2013, the earliest year with complete racial data, the neighborhood was 65% white. By 2022, the white population decreased to 44%, while the Black population increased from 22% in 2013 to 46% in 2022. The transition occurred gradually, with a period of "Moderate Diversity" between 2015 and 2019. The most significant shift happened between 2019 and 2020, when the Black population increased from 27% to 42%, and the white population decreased from 67% to 52%.
The Asian population remained relatively stable at 3-5% throughout the decade. The Hispanic population showed a slight increase from 1% to 3%. The percentage of residents identifying as two or more races decreased from 4-5% in the mid-2010s to 1% in recent years.
The median income in Strawberry Farms fluctuated over the years, showing an overall slight downward trend. In 2013, the median income was $66,104, peaking at $74,251 in 2016 before declining to $61,743 in 2022. This represents a decrease of about 6.6% from 2013 to 2022 when adjusted for inflation. The most significant drop in median income occurred between 2019 and 2020, coinciding with the most dramatic shift in racial demographics.
Despite fluctuations in median income, the neighborhood experienced consistent population growth, indicating its continued attractiveness to residents. This growth might be attributed to factors such as affordable housing, job opportunities, or the neighborhood's evolving character.
The demographic shifts in Strawberry Farms align with broader trends seen in many urban and suburban areas across the United States. The rapid nature of the change, particularly between 2019 and 2020, is noteworthy. The economic trends in Strawberry Farms, particularly the decline in median income, contrast with the overall trend in Columbus, which has seen general economic growth over the past decade.
Strawberry Farms presents a case study of rapid demographic change and its potential economic correlates. The neighborhood's evolution from a "White Majority" to a "Majority-Minority" community, coupled with fluctuations in median income, reflects the complex interplay between racial demographics and economic factors in urban America.
