Demographics by Race
There are several points to be made about the information presented in the census data of races from the years 2000-2010. From 2000-2010 the White population has decreased in its percentage of the population, however the numerical value of the population has increased (this trend also applies to the Black population). The Asian population has seen a significant increase in its presence in the community, almost doubling its numerical value and having a 64% increase in its percentage of the population. The data shows a gradual equalization of races found in the community.
Demographics by Age
| Year 2000 | ||
| Age | Percentage of Population | Group |
| 0-24 | 16.4% | Youth |
| 25-44 | 47.7% | Younger Working Class |
| 45-64 | 22.9% | Older Working Class |
| 65+ | 13.0% | Retirees |
| Year 2010 | ||
| Age | Percentage of Population | Group |
| 0-24 | 15.5% | Youth |
| 25-44 | 45.3% | Younger Working Class |
| 45-64 | 25.9% | Older Working Class |
| 65+ | 13.3% | Retirees |
There are several points to made about the census data of ages from the years 2000-2010. In categorizing the ages into four groups (youth, younger working class, older working class, retirees) there is a definite trend occurring in the neighborhood. There is slight decrease in the age groups of the youth and the younger working class, resulting from the slight increase in the age groups of the older working class and the retirees. Due to the increase in rent, the neighborhood has started to push out the younger age groups as they tend to be unable to afford the increased costs of living. Additionally, the various cultural centers found in the community have a larger appeal to the elderly compared to its appeal to the younger people. For reasons like these Columbus Circle has started to categorize itself as a community for the elderly.
