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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Oakville, Connecticut, is classified as a "Low Diversity" community with a White Majority. In 2022, 78% of its population identified as white. The neighborhood has undergone a gradual increase in diversity over the past decade. The median income in Oakville has fluctuated, with a significant increase in 2021 followed by a substantial decrease in 2022. The area is characterized by its historic waterfront along the Naugatuck River, which has influenced the community's development.
From 2013 to 2022, Oakville maintained its "Low Diversity" status with a White Majority. The white population decreased from 91% in 2013 to 78% in 2022. The Hispanic population increased from 3% in 2013 to 15% in 2022. The "Two or More Races" category rose from 0% to 4% during this period. These changes indicate a gradual trend towards increased diversity, although the community has not yet reached the criteria for a "Transitional Community".
The median income in Oakville has experienced notable fluctuations. It reached a peak of $85,297 in 2021, followed by a sharp decline to $63,949 in 2022, the lowest in the recorded period. These economic shifts coincide with demographic changes, suggesting a complex relationship between economic trends and demographic composition.
Population figures show a slight overall decline from 12,231 in 2013 to 12,127 in 2022, with fluctuations in between. The lowest point was 11,231 in 2020, possibly influenced by the COVID-19 pandemic, followed by a recovery in subsequent years.
The gradual increase in diversity in Oakville aligns with broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas. However, the pace of change in Oakville appears slower than in many other suburban communities across the United States. The sharp decline in median income in 2022 is noteworthy and may be part of broader economic challenges faced by many communities post-pandemic.
Oakville remains a predominantly white, low-diversity community, but it is experiencing a gradual demographic transition. The economic fluctuations, particularly the recent income decline, may play a significant role in shaping the community's future demographic and socioeconomic composition. Continued monitoring of these trends will be important to understanding the evolving nature of this Connecticut neighborhood.