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An Examination of Socioeconomic Measures for Latinos in South Omaha
Creighton University
Introduction In less than a decade, Latinos doubled their population in numerous midwest states. Latino settlement in Nebraska mirrors what has been occurring throughout the Midwest. Between 1980 and 1990, the Latino population in the Midwest increased by 35.2%. Projections indicate that the Latino population will increase in Nebraska by 65% in the years 1990-2000, 94.7% from 1990-2005, and 140.6% from 1990-2015. This study compares various social and economic indicators between Latinos and non-Latino Whites in the city of Omaha. Data is also provided on Latinos for selected census tracts in the ethnic community of South Omaha. There have always been Latinos in Omaha, the largest city in Nebraska. However, it should be noted that Latinos are also populating very rural areas of the state. For example, in the rural town of Lexington, where IBP, Inc., opened a meatpacking plant in 1990, the Latino population increased from 4.9% of the population in 1990 to 24% of the population in 1993. The opening of meatpacking plants can also explain the increase of Latinos in the rural areas of Madison and Dakota counties where, between 1980 and 1990, the Latino population increased by 248% and 113%, respectively. In recent years the combination of the availability of jobs and a good economy has led to a marked increase. The study of Latinos in Omaha is relevant given this increase and has ramifications for issues related to immigration, adaptation, and inter-ethnic conflict. Despite the growth of Latino numbers, relatively little is written about this emerging population. We do not have demographic profiles for Latinos as opposed to other local residents. Where do they locate, work, and “fit” in the socio-economic fabric of Omaha? This paper seeks to answer some of these questions. |
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