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Demographic Trends in Highpoint-Glen: A Study of Racial Composition in a Columbus Suburb
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Highpoint-Glen, a neighborhood in Columbus, Ohio, is classified as a Low Diversity area with a predominantly white population of 86% in 2022. The neighborhood has maintained a high median income over the past decade, indicating its status as an affluent suburb. Recent years have shown a gradual increase in Asian and Black populations, potentially signaling the beginning of a demographic shift.
From 2013 to 2022, Highpoint-Glen has consistently been categorized as Low Diversity, with the white population comprising over 75% of residents. However, demographic changes are evident: the white population decreased from 92% in 2016 to 86% in 2022, the Asian population increased from 2% to 6% between 2021 and 2022, and the Black population grew from 0% in 2013 to 5% in 2022. These shifts suggest a slow transition towards increased diversity.
The median income in Highpoint-Glen has fluctuated but remained relatively high throughout the decade. It reached a peak of $99,854 in 2021, up from $87,936 in 2016. Despite some variations, the overall trend shows a slight increase in median income. The population has grown steadily, from 4,191 in 2010 to 4,757 in 2022, representing a 13.5% increase. This population growth, combined with the sustained high median income, indicates that the neighborhood remains attractive to new residents, possibly including more diverse groups.
The economic stability of Highpoint-Glen may be facilitating the gradual increase in diversity. As minority groups achieve higher economic status, they may be able to move into more affluent neighborhoods like Highpoint-Glen.
Highpoint-Glen's gradual shift towards greater diversity aligns with broader national trends. Many suburban areas across the United States have been experiencing increased diversity over the past decade, particularly in terms of Asian and Hispanic populations. The neighborhood's high median income ($90,014 in 2022) is significantly above the national median household income (approximately $70,784 in 2021), indicating that Highpoint-Glen remains an affluent area even as it becomes more diverse.
The gradual nature of these changes suggests a controlled integration process, which may help maintain community stability while increasing diversity. This pattern is often seen in well-established, higher-income suburbs across the country.
While Highpoint-Glen remains a predominantly white, affluent neighborhood, there are indications of a gradual shift towards greater diversity. This trend, if it continues, could eventually transition the area from Low Diversity to Moderate Diversity or even a Transitional Community in the coming years. The economic stability of the area appears to be supporting this gradual demographic shift, potentially creating a more inclusive community while maintaining its economic advantages.
