Loading Content...
Demographic Shifts in Zip Code 43018: From Low to Moderate Racial Diversity
CATEGORY
Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Loading Content...
Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The zip code 43018 in Etna, Ohio, has experienced significant demographic changes from 2013 to 2022. As of 2022, this area is classified as a "Moderate Diversity" community. The white population represents 59% of the total, while Hispanic and multiracial populations comprise 13% and 14% respectively. This marks a substantial shift from the area's previous demographic composition.
From 2013 to 2019, the community was characterized by "Low Diversity," with the white population consistently above 90%. A significant transition occurred between 2020 and 2022, changing the area from "Low Diversity" to "Moderate Diversity." This rapid increase in diversity over a short period classifies the community as "Transitional." The Hispanic and multiracial populations demonstrated the most significant growth, emerging as substantial minority groups by 2022.
The median income in the area has shown considerable fluctuation over the years, with a general upward trend. A dramatic increase occurred in 2020, with median income rising from $81,713 in 2019 to $162,499 in 2020. This surge coincides with the beginning of the demographic shift, suggesting a possible influx of higher-income diverse populations. The population decreased significantly in 2020 from 130 to 64 but has been gradually recovering since then.
The trends observed in this zip code align with broader national patterns of increasing diversity in suburban and rural areas. The rapid increase in median income and simultaneous diversification could indicate gentrification or the development of new, higher-end housing attracting a more diverse, affluent population.
The dramatic changes in both demographics and income levels between 2019 and 2022 are particularly noteworthy and may warrant further investigation into local economic or policy changes that could have driven such significant shifts in a small community.
This analysis reveals a community in transition, moving from a homogeneous, predominantly white area to one of increasing racial and economic diversity. These changes are likely to have significant impacts on local culture, services, and community dynamics, potentially bringing both opportunities and challenges as the area adapts to its evolving demographic landscape.
