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Demographic Shifts and Racial Composition in Heatherridge, Tulsa: A Decade of Change
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Heatherridge, a neighborhood in Tulsa, Oklahoma, is characterized as a White Majority community with moderate diversity. As of 2022, the neighborhood has a population of 526 and a median income of $60,021. Heatherridge is notable for its tree-lined streets and mid-century modern homes, contributing to its suburban character within Tulsa.
Over the past decade, Heatherridge has maintained its status as a White Majority community, but has experienced shifts towards increased diversity. In 2013, the neighborhood was categorized as Low Diversity, with the white population at 79%. By 2022, this percentage decreased to 69%, indicating a transition towards Moderate Diversity.
The most significant changes have been observed in the Asian, Black, and Hispanic populations. The Asian population increased from 5% in 2013 to 6% in 2022, with a peak of 10% in 2018. The Black population showed a slight increase from 6% to 6%, peaking at 10% in 2016. The Hispanic population demonstrated the most substantial growth, rising from 3% in 2013 to 9% in 2022, indicating signs of a Transitional Community in terms of Hispanic representation.
The median income in Heatherridge has shown an overall upward trend, increasing from $49,394 in 2013 to $60,021 in 2022, representing a growth of about 21.5% over the decade. This economic growth appears to correlate with the increasing diversity in the neighborhood.
Periods of increased diversity often coincided with fluctuations in median income. For example, in 2015-2016, when the neighborhood saw its highest percentages of Black residents (8-10%), there was a slight decrease in median income. However, as the community stabilized its diverse composition in recent years, median income has shown more consistent growth.
The demographic shifts in Heatherridge align with broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas. Many U.S. suburbs have been experiencing similar transitions from Low Diversity to Moderate Diversity over the past decade.
The economic growth in Heatherridge outpaces the national average. While the U.S. median household income grew by about 10% from 2013 to 2022 (adjusted for inflation), Heatherridge's growth of 21.5% is significantly higher. This suggests that the neighborhood's increasing diversity may be linked to its economic attractiveness, possibly attracting more affluent and diverse residents.
Heatherridge exemplifies a suburban neighborhood in transition. While maintaining its White Majority status, it has evolved from Low Diversity to Moderate Diversity, with signs of becoming a Transitional Community, particularly regarding its Hispanic population. This demographic shift, coupled with strong economic growth, indicates a dynamic community adapting to changing societal trends while maintaining its unique character within Tulsa.
