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Demographic Analysis of Port Blakley: A Study of Racial Composition and Income Trends
CATEGORY
Demographics
DATA
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Port Blakley, a neighborhood in Bainbridge Island, Washington, exhibits Low Diversity with a predominant White population (88% in 2022). The area has high median incomes, with 2022 showing a median income of $121,305. Port Blakley is a former mill town that has transformed into an affluent residential area with scenic views of Puget Sound.
Throughout the analyzed period (2013-2022), Port Blakley has consistently fallen under the Low Diversity category, with the White population maintaining a significant majority (over 75%). The White population percentage fluctuated slightly, reaching its lowest point of 84% in 2021 before increasing to 88% in 2022. There has been a gradual increase in the Asian population, from 1% in 2013 to 5% in 2021, though it decreased to 1% in 2022. The Hispanic population has shown the most consistent growth, from 1% in 2013 to 7% in 2022, indicating a potential Transitional Community trend.
The median income in Port Blakley has fluctuated over the years but generally remained high. It peaked at $180,698 in 2021, coinciding with the lowest percentage of White population (84%) and highest Asian population (5%). The median income dropped to $121,305 in 2022, aligning with a slight increase in the White population percentage and decrease in the Asian population. Despite fluctuations, the median income has consistently remained above $120,000 throughout the period, indicating a persistently affluent community.
The population has shown a general declining trend from 678 in 2010 to 556 in 2022, with some fluctuations in between. This decline, coupled with high median incomes, might suggest a trend towards larger, more expensive properties and potentially an aging population.
Port Blakley's racial composition is less diverse than many urban areas in the United States, which have been trending towards increased diversity over the past decade. The median income in Port Blakley is significantly higher than the national median household income, which was about $70,784 in 2021. The slow increase in Hispanic population aligns with broader national trends of growing Hispanic communities across the U.S.
In conclusion, Port Blakley remains a predominantly White, affluent community, with subtle signs of increasing diversity, particularly in the Hispanic population. The high median incomes and declining population suggest a trend towards exclusivity, potentially driven by the area's desirable location and historical significance. These trends may have implications for local policies, community services, and social dynamics in the coming years.
