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Racial Composition and Demographic Trends in McCook Field, Dayton
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
McCook Field, a neighborhood in Dayton, Ohio, is characterized as a "Low Diversity" community with a "White Majority". In 2022, the white population constituted 76% of the area. The neighborhood's median income in 2022 was $31,026, showing fluctuations over the past decade. McCook Field has historical significance in aviation, having been the site of an early military aviation testing field.
Over the past decade, McCook Field has maintained its status as a "White Majority" neighborhood. The white population has gradually declined from 89% in 2015 to 76% in 2022. The black population has increased from 5% in 2014 to 16% in 2022. Hispanic and multiracial populations have shown slight increases, with the Hispanic population reaching 4% in 2021 and the multiracial population growing to 7% in 2022. Despite these changes, McCook Field remains classified as a "Low Diversity" area.
The median income in McCook Field has shown volatility. It increased from $29,137 in 2013 to a peak of $38,991 in 2021, before decreasing to $31,026 in 2022. Concurrently, the neighborhood experienced a significant population decline, from 2,512 residents in 2010 to 1,401 in 2022. Periods of higher median income coincided with slight increases in diversity, suggesting a potential correlation between economic improvements and increased diversity.
McCook Field's slow diversification aligns with the broader pattern of increasing racial diversity in many American communities, although the pace of change appears slower than in many urban areas. The neighborhood's median income, even at its peak, remains below the national median household income, indicating economic challenges common to many inner-city neighborhoods. The population decline in McCook Field is more severe than typical national trends, suggesting local factors are influencing residential choices.
McCook Field remains a predominantly white, low-diversity neighborhood, with subtle demographic shifts and fluctuating economic conditions indicating a community in slow transition. The challenge for local policymakers and community leaders will be to manage this transition in a way that promotes economic stability and inclusive growth for all residents.
