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Demographic and Racial Transitions in The Oaks Neighborhood, Bryan, Texas
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
The Oaks neighborhood in Bryan, Texas, exhibits a White Majority population, with 66% of residents identifying as white in 2022. The community has shown increasing diversity over the past decade. The neighborhood's median income has fluctuated, experiencing a decline in recent years. The proximity to Texas A&M University likely influences the area's demographics and economic characteristics.
From 2013 to 2022, The Oaks transitioned from a Low Diversity community to one approaching Moderate Diversity. In 2013, the white population constituted 67% with minimal representation from other groups. By 2022, while maintaining a White Majority, the Hispanic population increased from 16% to 23%, with slight increases in other minority groups.
The Oaks is becoming a Transitional Community. The Hispanic population has grown consistently, while the Black population has fluctuated but maintained a significant presence. Small but growing Asian and multiracial populations further support this transition towards greater diversity.
The median income in The Oaks has shown considerable volatility over the past decade. From 2013 to 2017, median income increased from $59,165 to $68,218, suggesting economic growth. However, from 2018 onwards, there was a significant decline, with median income dropping to $47,623 in 2022.
This economic downturn correlates with increasing diversity in the neighborhood. As the community became more diverse, particularly with Hispanic population growth, the median income decreased. This trend may indicate a shift in available jobs or economic opportunities, or reflect broader economic challenges affecting specific demographic groups more severely.
The demographic shifts in The Oaks align with broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas. Many U.S. cities have experienced similar transitions, with growing Hispanic populations and increasing racial diversity overall. However, the significant decline in median income is somewhat atypical and may relate to local economic factors or changes in the student population given the proximity to Texas A&M University.
The population of The Oaks has remained relatively stable over the decade, fluctuating between 2,400 and 3,200 residents. This stability, combined with changing demographics, suggests internal shifts rather than large-scale population changes.
The Oaks is evolving from a predominantly white, economically stable community to a more diverse but economically challenged neighborhood. This transition reflects broader national trends towards increased diversity but diverges in its economic trajectory. The proximity to a major university adds a unique dynamic to these changes, potentially influencing both the demographic composition and economic characteristics of the neighborhood.
