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East Beechwold: A Low Diversity Neighborhood with White Majority
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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 Beechwold, a neighborhood in Columbus, Ohio, exhibits characteristics of Low Diversity with a White Majority. As of 2022, the neighborhood has a population of 2,589 and a median income of $84,562. East Beechwold is known for its tree-lined streets and well-preserved historic homes, giving it a suburban feel despite its proximity to downtown Columbus.
Throughout the past decade, East Beechwold has consistently maintained its status as a Low Diversity neighborhood with a White Majority. The white population has remained above 90% for the entire period, with only minor fluctuations. The black population increased from 0% in 2013 to 2% in 2022. The Hispanic population doubled from 1% to 2% between 2013 and 2022. The Asian population remained relatively stable at around 1-2%.
The median income in East Beechwold has shown a general upward trend over the past decade. In 2013, the median income was $79,688. It peaked in 2021 at $91,756. As of 2022, it stood at $84,562. This overall increase in median income correlates with the slight increase in diversity, suggesting that the neighborhood may be attracting a more diverse, affluent population.
The population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between about 2,500 and 2,900 residents throughout the decade. This stability, combined with rising incomes, suggests that East Beechwold is a desirable neighborhood that maintains its character while gradually becoming more economically prosperous.
East Beechwold's demographic profile contrasts with broader trends in Columbus and many other U.S. cities, which have generally been experiencing more rapid diversification. While Columbus as a whole has been becoming more diverse, with growing Hispanic and Asian populations, East Beechwold has maintained its predominantly white character.
The neighborhood's rising median income aligns with national trends of increasing urban prosperity, particularly in desirable, historic neighborhoods. However, the lack of significant demographic change suggests that East Beechwold may be less affected by the gentrification and displacement issues that often accompany such economic shifts in more diverse urban areas.
While East Beechwold shows signs of gradual economic growth and very slight increases in diversity, it remains a predominantly white, affluent enclave within the more diverse city of Columbus. The neighborhood's ability to maintain its demographic character while increasing in prosperity suggests a stable, desirable community that is changing more slowly than many comparable urban neighborhoods across the United States.
