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Forest Trails Neighborhood: Low Diversity and White Majority Demographic Analysis
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Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Forest Trails, a neighborhood in Tulsa, Oklahoma, exhibits a Low Diversity demographic profile with a white racial majority of 85% as of 2022. The neighborhood has experienced economic fluctuations over the past decade, with a current median income of $99,710 in 2022. Forest Trails is known for its greenery and walking trails, contributing to its residential appeal.
Throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), Forest Trails has maintained a Low Diversity categorization with a strong white majority. The white population has remained relatively stable, ranging from 81% to 88%. There have been subtle shifts in minority groups. The Hispanic population has remained around 3-5%. The Asian population has shown slight fluctuations, generally remaining around 1%. The Native American population has increased from 0% in 2013 to 4% in 2022. The Black population has shown a slight increase from 0-1% in earlier years to 2-3% in recent years.
The median income in Forest Trails has experienced significant fluctuations. From 2013 to 2016, there was a steady increase, peaking at $123,921 in 2016. From 2017 to 2019, there was a decline, with the median income dropping to $107,414 in 2019. A dramatic drop occurred in 2020 and 2021, with the median income falling to $56,715 in 2021. In 2022, there was a recovery to $99,710, though still below the peak levels of the mid-2010s.
The demographic stability of Forest Trails, maintaining a white majority of over 80% throughout the decade, contrasts with national trends towards increasing diversity in many urban and suburban areas. The gradual increase in Native American representation is noteworthy and may reflect broader trends in Oklahoma, which has a significant Native American population.
The economic volatility experienced by Forest Trails, particularly the sharp decline in 2020-2021 followed by a strong recovery in 2022, likely mirrors national economic trends related to the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent recovery. The neighborhood's median income remains above the national median, suggesting it remains an affluent area despite recent fluctuations.
Forest Trails has maintained its status as a predominantly white, affluent neighborhood. Subtle demographic shifts and significant economic fluctuations over the past decade suggest potential for more substantial changes in the future. The neighborhood's ability to maintain its high median income level, despite recent volatility, indicates a resilient local economy that may continue to attract a diverse range of residents in the coming years.
