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Demographic Transition in East Price Hill: From White Majority to Moderate Diversity
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
East Price Hill, a neighborhood in Cincinnati, Ohio, exhibits characteristics of a "Moderate Diversity" community with a transitional nature. As of 2022, the neighborhood lacks a clear racial majority, with White (38%) and Black (40%) populations constituting the largest groups, followed by a Hispanic presence (10%). The median income of $33,365 in 2022 indicates a working-class area that has experienced modest economic growth over the past decade. East Price Hill is known for its historic architecture, including many well-preserved 19th-century homes, which contributes to its unique urban landscape.
Over the past decade, East Price Hill has undergone a significant demographic transformation. In 2013, the neighborhood was categorized as having a "White Majority" with 55% of the population. By 2022, it had transitioned to a "Moderate Diversity" classification. This shift is characterized by a declining White population (from 55% in 2013 to 38% in 2022), an increasing Black population (from 33% in 2013 to 40% in 2022), a growing Hispanic presence (from 6% in 2013 to 10% in 2022), and the emergence of a more significant "Other" category (from negligible in 2013 to 4% in 2022).
The demographic shifts correlate with economic trends. Median income has increased from $26,755 in 2013 to $33,365 in 2022, a 24.7% increase over nine years. Despite this income growth, the population initially declined from 13,224 in 2010 to a low of 10,508 in 2019, before rebounding to 12,384 in 2022. The income growth, while positive, has not kept pace with national averages, suggesting that while the area is becoming more diverse, it may still face economic challenges.
The trends observed in East Price Hill reflect broader national patterns of increasing diversity in urban areas, particularly in older, working-class neighborhoods. Many similar communities across the U.S. have experienced comparable demographic shifts, often driven by factors such as urban renewal and gentrification in nearby areas pushing diverse populations to more affordable neighborhoods, immigration patterns bringing new ethnic groups to established urban areas, and changing preferences among younger generations for more diverse, urban environments.
East Price Hill exemplifies a "Transitional Community" that has evolved from a "White Majority" area to one of "Moderate Diversity" over the past decade. This transformation has been accompanied by modest economic improvements, but the neighborhood likely still faces challenges in fully capitalizing on its increasing diversity to drive more substantial economic growth. The coming years will be crucial in determining whether East Price Hill can leverage its evolving demographic profile to attract investment and improve quality of life for all residents.
