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South Shore, Pittsburgh: A Low Diversity Neighborhood with Dominant White Population
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
South Shore, a neighborhood in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, exhibits low diversity with a predominantly White population (97% in 2022). This small community, with 65 residents as of 2022, has maintained a homogeneous racial composition over the past decade. South Shore is located along the Monongahela River, offering views and a mix of industrial heritage and modern riverfront development.
Throughout the observed period (2013-2022), South Shore has consistently fallen under the Low Diversity category. The neighborhood has maintained a strong White Majority, with the percentage of White residents ranging from 90% to 100%. There was a slight increase in diversity between 2013 and 2016, with a small Hispanic population (4-5%) present. However, this diversity decreased from 2017 onwards, with the White population reaching 95-97% in recent years.
The community hasn't transitioned between diversity categories, maintaining its status as a Low Diversity area. The persistence of this demographic makeup suggests a stable community with limited influx of diverse populations.
The median income in South Shore has fluctuated significantly over the years. From 2013 to 2017, the median income remained relatively stable, ranging from about $79,000 to $85,000. However, there was a sharp decline in 2020 and 2022, with the median income dropping to around $53,000. This decline coincided with a population increase from 20 to 65 residents in 2022.
The economic fluctuations don't seem directly correlated with the racial composition, as the neighborhood remained predominantly White throughout. However, the recent population increase coupled with an income decrease might suggest an influx of lower-income residents or economic challenges affecting the existing population.
South Shore's demographic stability contrasts with national trends, where many urban areas have experienced increasing diversity over the past decade. The neighborhood's small size and consistent racial composition suggest it may be somewhat isolated from broader demographic shifts affecting larger urban areas.
The economic fluctuations, particularly the recent decline in median income, may reflect broader economic challenges faced by smaller communities in post-industrial cities like Pittsburgh.
South Shore presents a case of a small, racially homogeneous neighborhood experiencing economic fluctuations. While its racial composition has remained stable, the recent changes in population and income suggest that the community may be facing new challenges or transformations that could impact its character in the coming years.
