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Demographic Stability and Economic Growth in Creston: A Study of Racial Composition
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Creston neighborhood in Lansing, Michigan, exhibits demographic stability amid economic changes. As of 2022, Creston is categorized as having "Low Diversity" with a White Majority, as 76% of its population identifies as white. The neighborhood has experienced economic growth over the past decade, with median income increasing from $43,718 in 2013 to $63,126 in 2022. Creston is characterized by historic homes and tree-lined streets.
Throughout the period from 2013 to 2022, Creston has maintained its status as a White Majority neighborhood. The percentage of white residents has remained relatively stable, ranging between 69% and 76%. There have been minor shifts in other racial categories. The Black population decreased from 12% in 2013 to 7% in 2022. The Hispanic population also decreased from 12% in 2013 to 7% in 2022. There was a small increase in residents identifying as two or more races, from 4% in 2013 to 7% in 2022.
The neighborhood has experienced significant economic growth over the observed period. The median income increased by approximately 44% from 2013 to 2022, rising from $43,718 to $63,126. This growth was particularly pronounced in recent years, with an increase from $59,009 in 2020 to $69,234 in 2021, before slightly decreasing to $63,126 in 2022.
The economic growth does not appear to have significantly altered the racial composition of the neighborhood, suggesting that the increased prosperity has benefited existing residents rather than leading to substantial demographic changes through gentrification or displacement.
The stability of Creston's racial composition differs from national trends, which have generally shown increasing diversity in many urban and suburban areas. However, the economic growth aligns with broader trends of post-recession recovery and growth seen in many parts of the United States.
The neighborhood's population has remained relatively stable over the decade, growing slightly from 5,681 in 2013 to 5,832 in 2022. This stability, combined with rising incomes, suggests a neighborhood that has improved economically without significant turnover or displacement of its existing community.
Creston presents a case of a neighborhood that has maintained its demographic character while experiencing substantial economic growth. This stability in the face of economic change could be interpreted as an indicator of community resilience and inclusive growth. However, it also raises questions about barriers to diversity and whether the neighborhood is fully benefiting from the potential advantages of a more diverse population.
