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Racial Composition and Economic Trends in Morningside, Pittsburgh: A Predominantly White Neighborhood
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Morningside, a neighborhood in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is classified as a White Majority community with Low Diversity. As of 2022, the neighborhood has a population of 3,308 and a median income of $71,408. Morningside is characterized by a mix of residential housing styles, including many well-preserved examples of early 20th-century architecture.
Over the past decade, Morningside has maintained its status as a White Majority community. The percentage of white residents has remained above 80% throughout the period, ranging from 80% in 2013 to 85% in 2022. This stability in racial composition classifies Morningside as a Low Diversity area, with minimal representation from other racial groups.
Subtle shifts have occurred within this overall stable framework. The Black population has decreased from 15% in 2013 to 6% in 2022. The Hispanic population has shown a slight increase, from 2% in 2013 to 3% in 2022, with a peak of 7% in 2020. The Asian population has remained relatively constant at around 1-2%. A new category of "Two or More Races" appeared in the data from 2021, accounting for 3% of the population.
The median income in Morningside has shown a significant upward trend over the past decade. From $44,662 in 2013, it has risen to $71,408 in 2022, representing a 60% increase. This substantial growth in median income correlates with the neighborhood's maintained White Majority status.
The population has decreased slightly from 3,488 in 2013 to 3,308 in 2022, a decline of about 5%. This modest population decrease, coupled with rising incomes, suggests a possible trend of smaller, more affluent households moving into the area.
The demographic trends in Morningside differ from national trends towards increasing diversity. While many urban areas across the United States have seen significant increases in minority populations and diversity over the past decade, Morningside has maintained its predominantly white composition.
The increase in median income in Morningside outpaces national trends. The U.S. median household income grew by about 10% between 2013 and 2022 when adjusted for inflation, whereas Morningside saw a 60% increase in nominal terms.
These trends suggest that Morningside may be experiencing localized gentrification, attracting higher-income residents while potentially displacing some lower-income and minority residents. This pattern is not uncommon in urban neighborhoods with desirable housing stock and proximity to city amenities.
Morningside has maintained its status as a White Majority, Low Diversity community over the past decade. Subtle shifts in its demographic makeup and significant increases in median income point to ongoing socio-economic changes. These changes may have implications for community dynamics, local businesses, and housing affordability in the coming years.
