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Demographic Shifts and Racial Composition in Classen Ten Penn Neighborhood
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Classen Ten Penn, a neighborhood in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, has transitioned from a "Moderate Diversity" community to a "Majority-Minority" area with a strong Hispanic presence over the past decade. As of 2022, the neighborhood has a population of 2,690 and a median income of $37,983. This area is known for its historical significance, being one of Oklahoma City's oldest neighborhoods.
In 2013, the neighborhood exhibited "Moderate Diversity" with significant representation from Hispanic (49%), White (31%), and other racial groups. By 2018, it had shifted to a "Hispanic Majority" community, with the Hispanic population reaching 58%. This trend continued, and as of 2022, the neighborhood maintains its "Majority-Minority" status with a Hispanic plurality of 52%. The White population has experienced a decline from 31% in 2013 to 21% in 2020, before slightly recovering to 31% in 2022. Other racial groups have maintained relatively stable, smaller percentages throughout the decade.
The median income in Classen Ten Penn has shown a general upward trend, albeit with some fluctuations. In 2013, the median income was $36,274, which declined to a low of $32,141 in 2015. However, there has been a gradual increase since then, reaching a peak of $47,622 in 2021 before settling at $37,983 in 2022. As the Hispanic population increased and the neighborhood transitioned to a "Majority-Minority" status, there was a corresponding rise in median income. This suggests that the demographic shift may have brought economic benefits to the area.
The population of the neighborhood has declined over the decade, from 3,927 in 2013 to 2,690 in 2022. This population decrease, coupled with the increase in median income, might indicate a gentrification process or changing housing dynamics in the area.
The demographic shifts observed in Classen Ten Penn align with broader national trends of increasing diversity in urban areas. Many U.S. cities have experienced growth in their Hispanic populations over the past decade. The significant decrease in the White population percentage is more pronounced than national averages, suggesting localized factors influencing this change.
The economic improvements in Classen Ten Penn, particularly the increase in median income, are encouraging when compared to national trends. However, the neighborhood's median income remains below the national median household income, indicating that while progress has been made, economic challenges persist.
The population decline in Classen Ten Penn contrasts with the general trend of urban population growth seen in many U.S. cities. This could be indicative of broader changes in Oklahoma City's urban landscape or specific local factors affecting this neighborhood.
Classen Ten Penn has undergone a significant demographic transition over the past decade, evolving into a "Majority-Minority" community with a strong Hispanic presence. This shift has been accompanied by modest economic improvements, though challenges remain. The neighborhood's journey reflects broader national trends of increasing diversity while also highlighting unique local dynamics that have shaped its development.
