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Demographic Analysis of Oakbrook: White Majority Neighborhood with Increasing Diversity
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Oakbrook, a neighborhood in Lakewood, Washington, is a White Majority community with Moderate Diversity as of 2022. The white population comprises 58% of residents, with Hispanic and multiracial groups each representing 12%. The neighborhood's median income is $79,218 in 2022. Oakbrook's proximity to Joint Base Lewis-McChord likely influences its demographic composition and economic stability.
Over the past decade, Oakbrook has maintained its status as a White Majority community, but with changes. In 2013, the neighborhood had Low Diversity, with the white population at 62%. By 2017, it transitioned to Moderate Diversity, as the white population decreased to 56% and other racial groups, particularly Black and Asian populations, increased.
The community has shown signs of being a Transitional Community from 2017 to 2022. The percentage of residents identifying as two or more races increased from 7% to 12% during this period. The Black population experienced fluctuations, peaking at 14% in 2017-2019 before declining to 7% in 2022.
The median income in Oakbrook has shown overall growth, increasing from $78,358 in 2013 to $79,218 in 2022, with fluctuations in between. There was a significant increase to $83,170 in 2021, coinciding with a slight decrease in population. This may indicate an influx of higher-income residents or improved economic conditions for existing residents.
The population has remained relatively stable, with minor fluctuations between 11,270 and 12,185 over the decade. The slight population growth coupled with income increases may indicate the neighborhood's growing attractiveness to diverse, affluent families.
The trends observed in Oakbrook align with broader national patterns of increasing diversity in suburban areas. The growth in the multiracial population mirrors the national trend seen in the 2020 Census, where the multiracial population in the U.S. grew significantly.
The neighborhood's economic resilience is evidenced by its consistently high median income. This stability could be attributed to its proximity to Joint Base Lewis-McChord, which likely provides a steady economic base for the area.
Oakbrook exemplifies a transitional suburban community, moving from Low Diversity to Moderate Diversity while maintaining a White Majority. Its economic stability, coupled with increasing racial diversity, suggests a neighborhood adapting to changing demographics while retaining its affluent character. The community's evolution reflects broader national trends towards greater suburban diversity and highlights the interplay between demographic shifts and economic factors in shaping neighborhood dynamics.
