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Demographic Transition to Hispanic Majority in Oak Ridge, Florida: An Analysis of Racial and Economic Trends
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Oak Ridge, Florida, is categorized as a "Majority-Minority" community with a "Hispanic Plurality" as of 2022. The Hispanic population constitutes 52% of the total, while no single racial group holds a majority. The city has experienced demographic shifts over the past decade, along with economic changes.
Oak Ridge has transitioned from a "Moderate Diversity" community in 2013 to a "Majority-Minority" status with a "Hispanic Plurality" by 2022. This shift is primarily driven by the increase in the Hispanic population, from 40% in 2013 to 52% in 2022. There has been a decline in the white population from 15% to 9%, and a decrease in the Black population from 37% to 31%.
The community shows signs of being a "Transitional Community," with the percentage of those identifying as two or more races increasing from 1% to 4% over the decade, indicating a trend towards increasing diversity.
The median income has increased from $34,083 in 2013 to $46,005 in 2022, representing a 35% growth. This economic improvement coincides with the demographic shifts. The population has grown from 22,181 in 2013 to 27,354 in 2022, a 23% increase.
The trends observed in Oak Ridge align with patterns seen in many urban areas across the United States. The growth of Hispanic populations and the increase in multiracial identifications are consistent with national demographic trends.
Based on the observed trends, Oak Ridge is likely to continue as a "Majority-Minority" community with an increasing "Hispanic Majority." The Hispanic population may soon cross the 55% threshold, potentially shifting the community from a "Hispanic Plurality" to a "Hispanic Majority" within the next few years.
Economically, if the current trend continues, further increases in median income can be expected. The community may transition into a "High Diversity" category if the percentages of other racial groups, particularly those identifying as two or more races, continue to increase.
Oak Ridge is undergoing a demographic and economic transformation. As it evolves, local policymakers and community leaders will need to adapt to ensure inclusive growth and maintain social cohesion in this increasingly diverse environment.
