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Demographic and Racial Composition Analysis of Holman East Neighborhood
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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 Holman East neighborhood in Midwest City, Oklahoma, is currently classified as a "White Plurality" community with moderate diversity. As of 2022, the white population comprises 62% of residents, followed by Black and multiracial populations at 16% each. The neighborhood has undergone significant demographic changes over the past decade, transitioning from a more diverse composition to its current state. The area's median income was $37,791 in 2022, a decrease from previous years.
From 2013 to 2019, Holman East exhibited characteristics of a "Moderate Diversity" community, with significant representation from both Black and White populations. The Black population increased from 36% in 2013 to 51% in 2019, briefly achieving "Black Majority" status. Between 2020 and 2022, a significant shift occurred, transitioning the neighborhood to a "White Plurality" status. The White population increased from 38% in 2019 to 62% in 2022, while the Black population decreased from 51% to 16% during the same period.
The percentage of residents identifying as two or more races has increased significantly, from 4% in 2019 to 16% in 2022, indicating a trend towards a more diverse community makeup. The median income has shown considerable fluctuation over the years, ranging from a low of $37,791 in 2022 to a high of $56,390 in 2021. The period of highest racial diversity (2013-2019) coincided with relatively stable median incomes, ranging from $48,000 to $52,000. The recent shift towards a White plurality has been accompanied by more volatile income levels, suggesting potential economic instability during this transition.
Despite demographic shifts, the overall population has remained relatively stable, fluctuating between 2,000 and 2,400 residents over the decade. This suggests that changes in racial composition are likely due to in- and out-migration rather than significant population growth or decline.
The demographic shifts observed in Holman East are notable for their rapidity and magnitude. The quick transition from a nearly Black-majority community to a White plurality within just a few years is unusual and may reflect broader socio-economic changes in the Oklahoma City metropolitan area or specific local factors affecting housing and employment in Midwest City. The recent decline in median income to $37,791 in 2022 is lower than the national median household income of around $70,000. This suggests that Holman East may be facing economic challenges that could be influencing its demographic makeup.
The increase in the multiracial population aligns with national trends showing growing multiracial identification across the United States, although the rate of increase in Holman East appears to be more pronounced than the national average. Holman East represents a community in transition, moving from moderate diversity to a White plurality with a growing multiracial population. These demographic shifts, coupled with economic volatility, suggest a neighborhood undergoing significant socio-economic changes that warrant further investigation into local policies, housing markets, and economic development initiatives that may be driving these trends.
