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Demographic Shifts in The Woodlands: From White Majority to Diverse Majority-Minority 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 Woodlands neighborhood in Tulsa, Oklahoma, has transitioned from a White Majority to a Majority-Minority community between 2013 and 2022. The area has a population of 7,923 and a median income of $55,133 as of 2022. The Woodlands is located near the Tulsa International Airport.
Over the past decade, the Woodlands has experienced significant changes in its racial composition. In 2013, 68% of the population identified as white. By 2022, this percentage decreased to 42%, shifting the neighborhood to a Majority-Minority status. The Black population increased from 7% in 2013 to 25% in 2022. The Asian population grew from 7% to 12%, and the Hispanic population rose from 6% to 10%. The neighborhood evolved from Low Diversity in 2013 to Moderate Diversity by 2022.
The median income in the Woodlands increased from $50,938 to $55,133 between 2013 and 2022, representing an 8.2% growth. This growth was not consistent, with a dip occurring around 2018-2019 during rapid demographic change, followed by a strong rebound in 2020-2021. The population grew by 42%, from 5,576 in 2013 to 7,923 in 2022, suggesting increased attractiveness to diverse communities.
The demographic shifts in the Woodlands align with broader national trends of increasing diversity in urban and suburban areas. Many U.S. cities have experienced similar transitions from majority-white to majority-minority status over the past decade. The growth in Black and Asian populations mirrors trends seen in other mid-sized cities across the country.
The modest income growth in the Woodlands may not have kept pace with national averages, potentially reflecting challenges of economic integration during rapid demographic change. However, the recent upward trend in median income indicates improving economic prospects for the diverse population.
The proximity to Tulsa International Airport likely influences the neighborhood's evolving demographics, potentially attracting a diverse workforce associated with aviation and related industries. This may explain the higher-than-average Asian population growth, as the aviation industry often draws skilled international workers.
The Woodlands neighborhood exemplifies a community in transition, moving from a predominantly white area to a diverse, majority-minority neighborhood. While this shift has been accompanied by some economic challenges, recent trends suggest a stabilizing and potentially improving economic situation for its increasingly diverse population.
