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Demographic Analysis of Oarondelet Park: Low Diversity and Racial Composition Trends
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Oarondelet Park in St. Louis, Missouri, exhibits a White Majority demographic composition with a median income of $100,600 as of 2022. The neighborhood has maintained a predominantly white population throughout the past decade, with some fluctuations in racial diversity. Oarondelet Park is known for its historic charm and green spaces.
From 2013 to 2022, Oarondelet Park has primarily been categorized as a Low Diversity community, with the white population consistently exceeding 75% of the total. Between 2013 and 2017, the neighborhood maintained extremely low diversity, with the white population ranging from 81% to 95%. In 2018-2019, a slight increase in diversity occurred, with the white population decreasing to around 83-84%. The most significant shift occurred in 2020, when the white population dropped to 67%, briefly categorizing the neighborhood as Moderate Diversity. However, this was short-lived, as the white population increased again to 76-78% in 2021-2022, returning to Low Diversity status.
The demographic shifts in Oarondelet Park correlate with changes in median income. From 2013 to 2019, median income fluctuated between $63,554 and $79,089, with no clear trend. A significant increase in median income occurred from 2020 to 2022, rising from $74,415 in 2019 to $100,583 in 2020, and maintaining around $100,000 through 2022. This increase coincides with the period of increased racial diversity, particularly the increase in Asian and Black populations.
Population figures have remained relatively stable throughout the decade, with a slight overall increase from 872 in 2010 to 903 in 2022. The most notable population spike occurred in 2020 (1,035 residents), coinciding with the increased diversity and income increase.
The trends observed in Oarondelet Park align with patterns seen in many urban areas across the United States. These include gradual diversification of historically white neighborhoods, increases in property values and median incomes in areas experiencing gentrification, and the attraction of more affluent, diverse residents to historically homogeneous neighborhoods.
These changes in Oarondelet Park reflect larger demographic shifts occurring in many American cities. The neighborhood's ability to maintain its population levels while experiencing income growth suggests it remains an attractive location for both long-term residents and newcomers. The community may face potential challenges that can arise from demographic and economic changes, such as displacement of long-term residents or cultural shifts that may impact the neighborhood's character.
