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Demographic Transitions in Windsong: From White Majority to Increasing Diversity
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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 Windsong neighborhood in Midwest City, Oklahoma, exhibits a demographic composition characterized by a white majority, with 64% of the population identifying as white in 2022. The median income of $72,898 in 2022 exceeds the national median, indicating a relatively affluent suburban community. Windsong's proximity to Tinker Air Force Base is a notable feature that may influence its demographic and economic characteristics.
Windsong has experienced a transition from low diversity to approaching moderate diversity over the past decade. In 2013, the white population constituted 74% of the neighborhood, decreasing to 64% by 2022. Concurrently, other racial groups, particularly Black and Hispanic populations, increased. The period between 2017 and 2020 saw the community briefly approach majority-minority status, with the white population dropping to 61% and minority populations reaching 39% in 2020.
The percentage of residents identifying as two or more races increased from 5% in 2013 to 11% in 2022, indicating a trend towards a more multiracial community. This demographic shift aligns with the characteristics of a transitional community, demonstrating increasing diversity over time.
The demographic changes in Windsong have occurred alongside fluctuations in median income. From 2013 to 2022, the median income increased from $69,082 to $72,898, representing a 5.5% growth over nine years. The neighborhood experienced peak median income in 2021 at $79,591, followed by a decrease in 2022. The periods of highest income growth (2017-2019 and 2020-2021) coincided with the most rapid diversification of the community.
Windsong's population grew from 2,807 in 2013 to 3,487 in 2022, an increase of approximately 24%. This population growth, combined with increasing diversity and generally rising incomes, suggests that the neighborhood has become increasingly attractive to a wider range of residents.
The demographic shifts observed in Windsong reflect broader national trends of increasing diversity in suburban areas. Many U.S. suburbs have experienced growth in minority populations over the past decade, particularly in areas near military installations. Windsong's economic resilience, maintaining above-average median incomes despite demographic shifts, is notable. This stability may be partly attributed to the presence of Tinker Air Force Base, which likely provides a consistent economic foundation for the area.
Windsong exemplifies a transitional community, moving from low diversity towards moderate diversity over the past decade. This transition has been accompanied by overall economic growth and population increase, indicating a dynamic and evolving suburban landscape that reflects broader national trends of suburban diversification.
