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Kamm's Corner: A Study of Racial Demographics in a Predominantly White Neighborhood
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Kamm's Corner, a neighborhood in Cleveland, Ohio, is predominantly a White Majority community with moderate diversity. As of 2022, the white population constitutes 82% of residents, while other racial groups have smaller but significant representations. The neighborhood has undergone subtle demographic shifts over the past decade, alongside changes in median income and population. Kamm's Corner is notable for its strong Irish-American heritage, which contributes to its distinct cultural identity within Cleveland.
From 2013 to 2022, Kamm's Corner has maintained its status as a White Majority community. However, there has been a gradual trend towards increased diversity. The white population decreased from 86% in 2013 to 82% in 2022. The Black population increased slightly from 4% to 5%. The Asian population grew from 1% to 3%. The Hispanic population remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 5-6%. The population identifying as two or more races increased from 1% to 5%. These changes suggest a Transitional Community trend, particularly with the growth in multiracial and Asian populations.
The median income in Kamm's Corner has shown an overall upward trend, rising from $54,884 in 2013 to $63,006 in 2022, an increase of about 14.8%. This growth has not been linear. There was a dip in median income between 2014 and 2015, dropping from $55,801 to $53,438. The most significant increase occurred between 2020 and 2021, with median income rising from $61,825 to $67,110, before slightly decreasing in 2022. These economic fluctuations correlate with the gradual diversification of the neighborhood. As the community has become more diverse, there has been a general trend towards higher median incomes, suggesting that the incoming diverse population may include higher-earning professionals.
Population trends show a decline from 32,397 in 2013 to 31,187 in 2022, a decrease of about 3.7%. This slight population decrease, coupled with increasing diversity and rising median incomes, might indicate a shift in the neighborhood's character, possibly due to gentrification or changing housing preferences.
The trends observed in Kamm's Corner reflect broader national patterns of increasing diversity in suburban areas. Many traditionally white-majority suburbs across the United States have experienced similar gradual diversification over the past decade. However, Kamm's Corner's rate of change appears to be slower than the national average, maintaining a higher white majority than many comparable urban neighborhoods.
The economic growth in Kamm's Corner aligns with national trends of income growth in urban areas, particularly those experiencing demographic shifts. However, the neighborhood's median income remains above the national median, suggesting it maintains its status as a relatively affluent area within Cleveland.
In conclusion, while Kamm's Corner remains a White Majority community, it shows signs of a Transitional Community, slowly moving towards greater diversity. This demographic evolution, coupled with overall positive economic trends, suggests a neighborhood in the early stages of transformation, balancing its traditional character with emerging diversity and economic growth.
