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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 73664: A Study of Racial Composition from 2013 to 2022
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 73664, which includes Sentinel in Oklahoma, is characterized as a Low Diversity area with a White Majority. The white population comprises 80% of the community as of 2022. The area has experienced significant economic growth, with median income increasing from $56,353 in 2019 to $82,472 in 2022.
Over the past decade, Sentinel has maintained its status as a Low Diversity, White Majority community. The white population has remained the dominant racial group, ranging between 79% and 85% from 2013 to 2022. There has not been a significant shift towards increased diversity or a transition to other demographic categories.
The Hispanic population, the second-largest group, has shown some variability. It reached a peak of 17% in 2013 but decreased to 12% in 2022. This change has not substantially altered the overall demographic composition or diversity classification of the community. Other racial groups, including Native Americans and those of two or more races, have maintained minimal representation throughout the decade, with percentages consistently below 5%.
The economic landscape of Sentinel has undergone significant changes. From 2013 to 2019, the median income increased moderately from $41,388 to $56,353. However, between 2019 and 2020, median income surged to $82,472, representing a 46% increase in a single year. This income growth does not appear to be directly correlated with demographic shifts, as the racial composition remained relatively stable during this period.
Population figures have fluctuated over the decade, reaching a low of 795 in 2019 before increasing to 955 in 2022. This recent population growth coincides with the significant increase in median income, suggesting improved economic opportunities may be attracting new residents to the area.
The demographic stability of Sentinel contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in many areas of the United States. The town's low diversity profile is not uncommon for rural areas in Oklahoma and other Midwestern states. However, the substantial income growth in recent years is noteworthy and may warrant further investigation into local economic factors driving this change.
In conclusion, Sentinel has not experienced significant demographic shifts over the past decade, maintaining its status as a Low Diversity, White Majority community. However, it has undergone remarkable economic transformation. The stability in racial composition coupled with dramatic income growth presents a case study of economic development within a demographically stable rural community.
