Evanston, Cincinnati facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Evanston
O'Bryonville
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Madison Road in Evanston
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Evanston (red) within Cincinnati, Ohio.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Ohio |
| City | Cincinnati |
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| • Total | 8,838 |
Evanston is one of the 52 neighborhoods in Cincinnati, Ohio. Since the 1960s, it has been home to many African-American families. People often call Evanston "the educating community" because of its focus on learning.
Evanston is located next to several other neighborhoods. These include East Walnut Hills, Hyde Park, North Avondale, and Walnut Hills. It also borders the City of Norwood. In 2020, about 8,838 people lived in Evanston.
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A Look at Evanston's Past
Evanston was not always called by its current name. It was first known as the village of Idlewood. In 1893, the community was renamed Evanston. This new name came from the city of Evanston, Illinois.
Evanston officially became part of the City of Cincinnati on November 19, 1903. This process is called annexation, which means a smaller area joins a larger city.
The Story of O'Bryonville
The O'Bryonville business district is a well-known part of Evanston. It was once a separate area from Idlewood. O'Bryonville also joined the City of Cincinnati earlier, in 1870. Today, it is a busy area within Evanston.
Who Lives in Evanston?
Evanston is a diverse neighborhood with people from many backgrounds. In 2020, the neighborhood had 8,838 residents. There were 3,713 homes where people lived.
The community is made up of different racial groups. About 36.8% of residents were White and 53.8% were Black or African American. Other groups included Asian, Native American, and Pacific Islander people. About 3.5% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
There were 2,971 households in Evanston. About 45.8% of these were families. The neighborhood has a mix of ages. About 15.0% of people were under 18 years old. Most residents, 74.9%, were between 18 and 64. About 10.1% were 65 or older.
Learning and Education in Evanston
Evanston is proud to be home to Xavier University. This is a well-known Jesuit Catholic university. It provides many educational opportunities for students.
