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Demographic Shifts and Racial Composition in Avalon Lakes/Mill Creek Pond 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 Avalon Lakes/Mill Creek Pond neighborhood in Midwest City, Oklahoma, is classified as a White Majority community with moderate diversity as of 2022. The neighborhood has a population of 2,459 and a median income of $81,547. The area has experienced significant population growth over the past decade, increasing more than fourfold since 2010.
Avalon Lakes/Mill Creek Pond has undergone a notable transition in its racial composition over the past decade. In 2013, the neighborhood was classified as having Low Diversity with a strong White Majority (73%). By 2022, while still maintaining a White Majority (57%), the community has shifted towards Moderate Diversity. The Black population has increased from 13% in 2013 to 23% in 2022, while the Hispanic population has grown from 5% to 12% during this period.
The median income in the neighborhood has fluctuated over the years but has generally remained high. In 2013, it was $96,981, and by 2022, it stood at $81,547. Despite this slight decrease, the income level remains well above the national median. As the community has become more diverse, there has been a slight downward trend in median income. However, this could be attributed to the rapid population growth rather than directly to increasing diversity.
The demographic shifts observed in Avalon Lakes/Mill Creek Pond align with broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas. Many U.S. suburbs have experienced similar transitions over the past decade, with growing Black and Hispanic populations.
The neighborhood's economic resilience, maintaining a high median income despite significant population growth and increased diversity, is noteworthy. This suggests that the area has successfully attracted a diverse range of middle to upper-income residents, bucking potential trends of economic decline sometimes associated with rapid demographic shifts.
The rapid population growth from 564 in 2010 to 2,459 in 2022 is particularly striking. This level of growth far outpaces typical suburban expansion rates and indicates significant investment in new housing and infrastructure in the area.
Avalon Lakes/Mill Creek Pond represents a dynamic, evolving community that has maintained economic strength while becoming increasingly diverse. This transition from a predominantly white, low-diversity area to a more balanced, moderately diverse community reflects broader national demographic trends but stands out for its rapid pace of change and continued economic prosperity.
