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Demographic Evolution of Cooper Neighborhood: A Study of Racial Composition and Income Trends
CATEGORY
Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Cooper neighborhood in Tulsa, Oklahoma, has undergone significant demographic changes from 2013 to 2022. As of 2022, Cooper is classified as a "Majority-Minority" community with "High Diversity". The neighborhood's population comprises 45% Hispanic, 37% White, and other racial groups. Cooper's median income in 2022 was $50,615, indicating a working-class to lower-middle-class economic status. The neighborhood is notable for its location near the Arkansas River.
Over the past decade, Cooper has shifted from "Moderate Diversity" to "High Diversity" and "Majority-Minority" status. In 2013, the Hispanic population was 40% and the White population was 38%. By 2022, the Hispanic population increased to 45% while the White population decreased to 37%. This change reflects a "Transitional Community" trend with consistent Hispanic population growth. The Black population remained stable at 10-11%, the Asian population increased from 1% to 3%, and the Native American population decreased from 4% to 1%.
The median income in Cooper increased from $43,951 in 2013 to $50,615 in 2022, representing a 15% growth. This income growth occurred simultaneously with demographic shifts, suggesting that increasing diversity did not negatively impact the neighborhood's economic status. The population grew from 4,667 in 2013 to 5,251 in 2022, a 12.5% increase. The combination of population and income growth indicates a generally positive economic trajectory for the neighborhood.
The demographic changes in Cooper align with broader national trends of increasing diversity in urban areas. The growth of the Hispanic population in Cooper reflects larger patterns of Hispanic population growth in many U.S. cities. Cooper's income growth, while positive, appears to be below the national average. The U.S. median household income grew from approximately $52,250 in 2013 to $70,784 in 2022, an increase of about 35%. Cooper's more modest growth may be attributed to its status as a working-class neighborhood in a mid-sized city.
The transition to "Majority-Minority" status is significant and mirrors trends in many urban areas across the United States. This shift often brings cultural enrichment and economic opportunities but can also present challenges in terms of community integration and resource allocation.
Cooper exemplifies a neighborhood in transition, moving towards greater diversity while maintaining steady, if modest, economic growth. The community's evolution reflects broader national demographic trends, particularly in urban areas, and presents both opportunities and challenges for local policymakers and community leaders in fostering inclusive growth and maintaining social cohesion.
