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Demographic and Economic Trends in Cookes Meadow: From Black Majority to Diverse Black Plurality
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Cookes Meadow, a neighborhood in Fort Worth, Texas, has transformed from a Black Majority community to a Black Plurality community with moderate diversity between 2013 and 2022. The Black population decreased from 55% to 46%, while the White population remained relatively stable between 24% and 36%. The Hispanic population increased from 15% to 21%, and the Asian population grew from 3% to 8%. These shifts indicate a trend towards increased diversity in the neighborhood.
The demographic changes in Cookes Meadow have been accompanied by significant economic growth. The median income in the neighborhood increased from $57,676 in 2013 to $73,924 in 2022, representing a 28% growth over nine years. This economic uplift coincides with the increasing diversity of the neighborhood. The years of most significant income growth (2015-2017 and 2019-2021) align with periods of increased racial diversification.
The population of Cookes Meadow has remained relatively stable over the decade, with minor fluctuations. This suggests that the economic growth is not due to a significant influx of new residents but rather an improvement in the economic conditions of existing residents across various racial groups. The neighborhood's evolution from a predominantly Black community to a more diverse one with a strong Black plurality is similar to changes seen in other historically Black neighborhoods in major cities.
The trends observed in Cookes Meadow reflect broader patterns seen in many urban areas across the United States. The gradual increase in diversity, particularly the growth in Hispanic and Asian populations, aligns with national demographic shifts. The substantial income growth in Cookes Meadow outpaces the national average, which saw about a 10% increase in median household income over a similar period.
The neighborhood's demographic and economic changes often accompany urban development. The stable population numbers in Cookes Meadow suggest that displacement may not be a significant issue in this case. These changes position Cookes Meadow as a microcosm of urban demographic and economic evolution in the United States.
Cookes Meadow represents a dynamic urban neighborhood undergoing a transition towards greater diversity while experiencing substantial economic growth. These changes reflect broader national trends but occur at a more accelerated pace in this Fort Worth neighborhood.
