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Demographic and Economic Trends in Kendall-Tennants Neighborhood: White Majority and 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
The Kendall-Tennants neighborhood in Tulsa, Oklahoma, maintains a White Majority demographic composition, with 56% of the population identifying as white in 2022. The area has shown signs of increasing diversity over the past decade. Economically, the neighborhood has experienced income growth, with median income rising from $18,784 in 2013 to $26,467 in 2022. The neighborhood's proximity to the University of Tulsa likely influences its demographic makeup and economic characteristics.
In 2013, Kendall-Tennants had Moderate Diversity, with whites comprising 54% of the population, Hispanics 21%, and Blacks 10%. Over the decade, the neighborhood maintained its White Majority status with some changes. The white population increased from 54% in 2013 to 56% in 2022. The Hispanic population decreased from 21% to 15%. The Asian population increased from 6% to 7%. The Black population moved from 10% in 2013 to 12% in 2022.
The median income in Kendall-Tennants has shown an upward trend, rising by about 41% from 2013 to 2022. This economic improvement correlates with some demographic changes. The increase in Asian population coincides with rising median incomes. The decrease in the Hispanic population percentage might be related to rising housing costs. The stability of the white majority alongside income growth suggests possible gentrification trends.
The demographic shifts in Kendall-Tennants align with broader national trends of increasing diversity in urban areas, especially those near universities. The income growth, while significant for the neighborhood, still places it below the median household income for Tulsa ($55,536 as of 2021) and the national median ($69,717 in 2021).
The neighborhood's proximity to the University of Tulsa likely contributes to its relatively stable diversity and growing Asian population, mirroring trends seen in other college-adjacent communities across the US. The economic growth may be creating affordability challenges for some longtime residents, a common issue in rapidly developing urban areas.
Kendall-Tennants represents a neighborhood in transition, maintaining its white majority status while slowly increasing in diversity. Its economic trajectory suggests ongoing development and potential gentrification, likely influenced by its proximity to a major university. These changes present opportunities for community development and challenges in maintaining affordability and inclusivity for all residents.
